Jon Jones: 'Getting out of my UFC contract is very, very possible'
Jon Jones is considering the possibility of exiting his UFC contract to facilitate a fight with Francis Ngannou. He expressed enthusiasm about Ngannou's recent performance but acknowledged the challenges posed by his current contract. Jones is exploring options with Most Valuable Promotions as a potential avenue for making the fight happen.
- ▪Jon Jones sees Most Valuable Promotions as a potential ticket to fighting Francis Ngannou.
- ▪Ngannou called out Jones after his recent victory at an event in California.
- ▪Jones stated that getting out of his UFC contract is a difficult but possible task.
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