A fan had a tattoo of Jon Jones inked on their leg, and the UFC heavyweight champion appears to be pleased with the tribute. The tattoo was done by Mario Diaz MMA. Jones, nicknamed 'Bones,' responded favorably to seeing the fan's permanent artwork dedicated to him. The post also included a poll asking followers to rate whether such fan tattoos look cool or ridiculous.
A fan has made a permanent show of loyalty to UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones, getting a portrait of "Bones" tattooed on their leg — and Jones himself appears to approve.
The artwork, completed by Mario Diaz MMA, caught the attention of Jones, who responded favorably after seeing the tribute shared online. The post accompanying the tattoo also included a poll inviting followers to weigh in on whether fan tattoos of fighters are cool or simply ridiculous.
Jones, 38, holds a professional record of 28-1-0 and currently reigns as UFC heavyweight champion. The six-foot-four Orthodox fighter out of the United States carries one of the most decorated resumes in MMA history, and his physical tools match his reputation — an 84-inch reach measuring 213 cm gives him advantages few opponents have ever neutralized. His striking accuracy sits at 58 percent, and he lands 4.38 significant strikes per minute, figures that reflect both his volume and his precision. He also averages 1.89 takedowns per 15 minutes, underlining the well-rounded threat he presents in any fight.
Why it matters
- Jones remains one of the sport's most recognizable figures, and fan tributes of this kind reflect his enduring cultural footprint in combat sports.
- His engagement with the post signals an active social media presence that keeps him connected to a wide fanbase between fights.
- The accompanying poll points to a broader conversation in MMA circles about how fans choose to honor their favorite fighters.
