John Jones announced his retirement from UFC with heartfelt gratitude

John Jones, UFC veterans who are known as 'Bons', surprised the MMA world by declaring their retirement from UFC on Saturday, June 21, 2025. After this decision mentioned by UFC CEO Dana White, Jones called to share their choice, thereby paved the way to assume the charge as a new UFC heavyweight champion for Tom Espinol. In a detailed statement shared on X, Jones considered his superb career and expressed deep gratitude for those who supported them during this time.

Jon Jones retires, leaving a legendary UFC legacy behind.

A Historical Career: From the youth champion to heavyweight glory

Jones emerged while making their debut in the UFC at the age of 21 and soon became the youngest champion in the history of the organization. Their impressive victory on Shogun Rua to win Light Heavyweight title started one of the most notable titles in MMA history. Later Jones strengthened his legacy by winning the UFC Heavyweight title with winning the Cyril Gain in UFC 285. In November 2024, his final battle against Stia Miic in UFC 309 completed an incredible career with 28 wins, 1 defeat and record of 1 no-contest.

A reflective goodbye: Emotional Statement of Jones

In his statement on X, Jones said that the decision to retire was "after a lot of thinking". He expressed heartfelt gratitude to UFC, Dana White, his family, coach, team colleagues and fans, who stood with them in every fluctuation. Jones wrote, "When I first stepped into the Octagon, my goal was to move forward to the boundaries which was possible in this game." He exposed the unforgettable moments from becoming the youngest champion to face some of the finest fighters of the world and emphasized how every challenge gave them a fighter and shaped as a person.

Jones also looked at the future, he expressed his enthusiasm for ways to stay connected to new opportunities and MMA. "As I am ending this chapter of my life, I am waiting for the new challenges coming forward," he said. "MMA will always be a part of me, and I am excited to see how I can continue to contribute to the game and others can motivate in new ways."

Addressing the claims of legal trouble with a secret tweet

After some time after the announcement of his retirement, such reports came in front that Jones have allegedly accused of rape to escape from the accident. In response, Jones responded to X with a mysterious message, in which fans were urged to not reach the conclusion. "Keep in mind, even the media can sometimes be wrong if they do not have all the facts. Do not believe whatever you read online," They tweeted, addressing the claims of legal trouble without any details.

John Jones are going away from the Octagon, but his legacy can not be denied as one of MMA's greatest fighters. With the career defined by unprecedented achievements and unforgettable moments, Jones is now ready to do new work while connecting to that game, which made him famous in the house. They promised, "It is still the best to come," so that the fan became eager to see what is the future for the pre-champion.