Jon Jones has earned the title ‘Michael Jordan of MMA’ for a reason—he’s practically untouchable, with no fighter truly defeating him except for that controversial disqualification. Often, fans don’t realize the magnitude of greatness until it’s gone. As Jon inches closer to retirement, Joe Rogan made it clear how much Jones will be missed, both by the sport and its fans. Rogan even referenced David Goggins to highlight his sheer admiration for the UFC heavyweight champ.
Joe Rogan recently posted a video on Instagram praising Jon Jones’ greatness. In a clip from his podcast, Rogan called Jones a “genuine conqueror,” suggesting that if they lived 1,000 years ago, Jones would have been the ultimate force, dominating with his warrior mentality. Rogan highlighted how figures like Jones have always existed as natural-born leaders and dominators, cementing his status as one of the greatest athletes ever.
In his words, “There are human beings that have different temperament and different minds and different mentality and ruthless competitive drive that is almost terrifying to the ordinary person. That’s Jon Jones. He is the bad guy who is trying to be a good guy. If we were living 1000 years ago he would be on a horse with the biggest battle axe waiting in the back.”
In the caption, Rogan doubled down on his praise by quoting David Goggins, calling Jones “uncommon among the most uncommon.” He likened Jones’ mentality to legends like Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson, labeling them the “baddest men on the planet.” Rogan points out the rarity of athletes like Jones and emphasizes how much they stand out while in the sport.
What’s Next For Jon Jones?
Jon Jones seems to be setting his sights on Alex Pereira following his dominant win against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. The victory not only cemented his legacy but also silenced many doubters who questioned his ability to deliver against one of the sport’s all-time greats. However, Jones’ apparent disinterest in facing Tom Aspinall has drawn criticism from fans.
Not to forget, Dana White has already made his stance clear, stating that the winner of Jones vs. Miocic should face Aspinall next. Despite this, Jones seems to be considering a showdown with Alex Pereira instead, potentially setting up a clash between two of the most dominant fighters in their respective divisions. Whether it’s a fight against Pereira or a much-hyped matchup against Aspinall, the fight world is waiting to see who the “GOAT” chooses to face next.
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