Jon Jones announces retirement: 'Fighter Jon Jones is no more'

Jon Jones has announced his retirement from fighting, stating he has hung up his gloves and that fighter Jon Jones no longer exists, only businessman Jon Jones. The post also includes several other updates from the MMA world. Paulo Costa switched his stance and stated he hates Russian fighters, promising to add his upcoming opponent to his record before targeting Khamzat Chimaev. Costa's team released footage showing him struggling to make 93 kg, despite previously competing at 84 kg. Sean O'Malley briefly broke character after a promotional event and apologized to his team. Merab Dvalishvili plans to fight twice more this year despite a broken nose.