UFC champion Jon Jones threatens to quit promotion if not paid "right" by Dane White

UFC President Dana White and lightweight champion Jon Jones have seemingly ignited a feud between themselves after Jones’ recent accusations over Dana White of manipulating fans. The heavyweight fantasy fight between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, which could have possibly been one of the biggest fights of UFC history, has now turned into a hideous ‘beef’ between the UFC President and one of the most dominant superstars of the promotion after falling-off from fruition.

Jon Jones’ recent allegations have compelled Dana White to clarify himself and state that the light heavyweight champion demanded a similar amount to which boxing icon Deontay Wilder earned in his last fight and White did not want to settle it with. However, Jon Jones has fired back at the UFC President and has offered to quit the promotion if not paid “right”.

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UFC: Jon Jones threatens to quit UFC if not paid right

Jon Jones newly posted a number of tweets and have once again fired at Dana White by calling him a “liar”. This time, Jon Jones took an even brutal dig and advised the UFC President to release their text messages to the public. According to the unbeaten light heavyweight champion, he did not demand the same amount as Deontay Wilder. Although Dana White said that Jon Jones charged something around $30 million for the heavyweight contest against Francis Ngannou, Jones totally disagreed with the statement.

Jon Jones took to Twitter and revealed that he was ready to settle it down for even $15 million before threatening to quit the promotion. Jon Jones further wrote that there are several other MMA promotions in the world who would love to have him in their radar and expressed his interest in quitting UFC if not paid right. The undisputed light heavyweight champion has already received support from various MMA fighters including former UFC champion Cris Cyborg. The Brazilian came in support of Jon Jones and wrote, “Know Your Worth Champ!”

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UFC: Jon Jones next fight

Jon Jones is expected to defend his title against Jan Blachowicz next. However, the on-going tussle between him and UFC President Dana White might put a halt on his upcoming battle. Jon Jones has already offered to leave the promotion if he feels necessary.

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