Jon Jones's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jon Jones. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jon Jones is a highly accomplished American mixed martial artist, currently the UFC Heavyweight Champion. He previously held the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship twice and an interim title. Since turning professional in 2008, Jones has achieved recognition as one of the greatest mixed martial artists in history, holding a high ranking in the UFC's pound-for-pound list.

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April 27, 2013: Defeat of Chael Sonnen at UFC 159

On April 27, 2013, Jon Jones defeated Chael Sonnen via TKO in the first round at UFC 159, despite displaying a lack of interest in the bout and breaking his toe during the fight. With this win, Jones tied Tito Ortiz for the most consecutive title defenses in UFC light heavyweight history.

April 26, 2014: Jones vs. Teixeira at UFC 172

On April 26, 2014, Jon Jones fought Glover Teixeira at UFC 172 and won via unanimous decision (50–45, 50–45, and 50–45).

2016: Victorious Return to UFC

In 2016, Jon Jones returned to the UFC and emerged victorious in a title bout against Ovince Saint Preux.

July 29, 2017: Jones Defeats Cormier at UFC 214

On July 29, 2017, Jon Jones fought Daniel Cormier at UFC 214 and won the fight, re-capturing the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship via knockout in the third round. He was awarded a Performance of the Night bonus and challenged Brock Lesnar to a fight.

December 29, 2018: Jones Wins UFC Light Heavyweight Championship

On December 29, 2018, Jon Jones defeated Alexander Gustafsson by technical knockout in the third round to win the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.

2018: Reclaimed Championship

In 2018, after his suspension was lifted, Jon Jones reclaimed the championship by defeating Alexander Gustafsson.

February 8, 2020: Jones Defeats Dominick Reyes at UFC 247

On February 8, 2020, Jon Jones faced Dominick Reyes at UFC 247 and won the fight via controversial unanimous decision (48–47, 48–47, and 49–46). Jones set a new record for most wins in UFC title fight history with 14 wins.

March 8, 2020: UFC Hall of Fame Induction

On March 8, 2020, it was announced that Jon Jones's fight against Alexander Gustafsson on September 21, 2013, would be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's Fight Wing on July 9.

March 4, 2023: Jones Wins UFC Heavyweight Championship

On March 4, 2023, Jon Jones faced Ciryl Gane for the vacant UFC Heavyweight Championship at UFC 285 and won via a guillotine choke submission in the first round. He earned the Performance of the Night bonus award.

2023: Won UFC Heavyweight Championship

In 2023, Jon Jones returned to MMA and won the UFC Heavyweight Championship against Ciryl Gane, becoming a two-division champion.

November 16, 2024: Jones Wins against Miocic at UFC 309

On November 16, 2024, Jon Jones fought and won against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 by technical knockout. This twelfth title defense broke the record for most title defenses in UFC history. This fight earned him another Performance of the Night award.