UFC legend teases comeback on White House card

2 Mar 2026 • 8:42 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • UFC legend Jon Jones has confirmed he is in negotiations with the organisation for a fight on the upcoming White House card.
  • Jones, who retired last June after declining to fight Tom Aspinall, expressed his desire to represent America at the event.
  • UFC president Dana White indicated that fight announcements for the White House card are expected this week.
  • Alex Pereira has vacated his light-heavyweight title, sparking speculation of a move to heavyweight, potentially setting up a super-fight with Jones.
  • Reigning heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is currently sidelined due to a serious eye injury sustained in October.

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