“I did get a call offering to fight at the event,” the American wrote on social media. “They said they just wanted to give me an opportunity. We all knew I wouldn’t be ready. My relationship with the UFC is better than ever.”
That said, Jones, who underwent surgery on a torn pectoral muscle and elbow, has made it clear that his recovery is showing promise.
“The progress in rehab is amazing. I have great mobility, but I can’t work at full strength yet. Honestly, my elbow hurts the most because there are a lot of nerves there. But I’m recovering very quickly.”
According to the UFC’s plan, after his recovery, Jon Jones will make a title defense against Stipe Miocic, who was scheduled to fight last November.
As a reminder, the anniversary event will take place on April 13 in Las Vegas, and remains without a main event for now.