We rank our Top 9 Jon Jones Performances in the UFC ahead of his much anticipated return against Ciryl Gane

Jon Jones is one of the most dominant and polarizing fighters in the history of the UFC. With an impressive record of 26 wins, 1 loss, and 1 no contest, Jones has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the octagon.

Ahead of his upcoming fight this Saturday at UFC 285 against Ciryl Gane, we wanted to share his top 9 performances:

1. UFC 165 vs. Alexander Gustafsson: This fight is widely regarded as one of the greatest in UFC history. Jones and Gustafsson put on a five-round war that saw both fighters land significant strikes and takedowns. In the end, Jones won by unanimous decision, but it was a close and hard-fought battle.

2. UFC 140 vs. Lyoto Machida: Jones defended his light heavyweight title against Machida in this fight, and he did so in spectacular fashion. Jones landed a standing guillotine choke in the second round, forcing Machida to tap out and giving Jones his fourth successful title defense.


​3. UFC 197 vs. Ovince Saint Preux: In this fight, Jones took on Saint Preux for the interim light heavyweight title. Jones dominated the fight from start to finish, using his grappling and striking to outclass his opponent and win by unanimous decision.

4. UFC 145 vs. Rashad Evans: Jones defended his title against former teammate Rashad Evans in this fight, and he did so convincingly. Jones used his length and striking to keep Evans at bay, eventually winning by unanimous decision.

5. UFC 159 vs. Chael Sonnen: Jones took on Sonnen in this fight, and he made quick work of his opponent. Jones secured a first-round TKO victory, and it was clear that Sonnen was no match for the reigning champion.

6. UFC 128 vs. Mauricio Rua: Jones won his first UFC title in this fight, taking on Rua for the light heavyweight championship. Jones dominated the fight from start to finish, winning by TKO in the third round and establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in the division.

​7. UFC 232 vs. Alexander Gustafsson 2: Jones faced Gustafsson in a highly anticipated rematch at UFC 232, and he did not disappoint. Jones dominated the fight, winning by TKO in the third round and solidifying his status as one of the greatest fighters of all time.

8. UFC 214 vs. Daniel Cormier 2: Jones faced Cormier in a highly anticipated rematch at UFC 214, and he once again came out on top. Jones landed a brutal head kick in the third round, followed by a series of punches that led to a TKO victory.

​9. UFC 165 vs. Vitor Belfort: Jones defended his title against Belfort in this fight, and he did so in spectacular fashion. Jones locked in a beautiful armbar in the first round, forcing Belfort to tap out and securing his sixth successful title defense.

In conclusion, Jon Jones has had many memorable performances in the UFC, but these 9 stand out as his best. From dominant title defenses to hard-fought battles, Jones has shown time and time again why he is one of the greatest fighters of all time.