“John put on an incredible performance yesterday! Live it looked even better!”, – wrote the Irishman in a social network. “He was supposed to be awarded two belts, having previously rubbed both to a shine. He did it. It was just brilliant, John! Congratulations!”
The title fight of the heavyweights, which led the number event of the organization, ended at around 2:04 of the first round with the victory of the American fighter by guillotine choke.
Jon Jones will make his first title defense against his compatriot Stipe Miocic, who has been named the official contender for the championship belt. The title fight is tentatively scheduled for July this year.