Khabib Nurmagomedov or Jon Jones: MMA theorist justify Khabib Nurmagomedov as a greater UFC champion than Jon Jones. Here’s How

Khabib Nurmagomedov or Jon Jones: Jon Jones has reentered the GOAT discussions due to his performance at UFC 285: Jones vs. Gane. Fair enough, the past GOAT debates always included the light heavyweight champion. But, during his three-year hiatus, the focus may have been diverted from him briefly. On the other hand, some contenders are vying for the title of GOAT. Khabib Nurmagomedov, a former lightweight champion of the UFC, is among them. Meanwhile, a genuine MMA fan affirmed Nurmagomedov’s superiority to Jones as the UFC champion. Follow the latest UFC News Updates with InsideSport.IN

Jon Jones bled … Khabib Didn’t
Jon Jones KD’d … Khabib Didn’t
Jon Jones cheated …. Khabib Didn’t
Jon Jones beat his wife …. Khabib Didn’t
Jon Jones lost …. Khabib Didn’t
Jon Jones hid under cage … Khabib Didn’t

Undefeated Undisputed GOAT 29-0 Khabib… https://t.co/JP3O15FNRc pic.twitter.com/dRM85xTn14

— Sal (@Salehawe) March 5, 2023

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Khabib Nurmagomedov or Jon Jones: THE GOAT DEBATE

For many years, supporters of the promotion have debated who of the two men would be the greatest to compete in the octagon. Let’s look closely at Bones’ and “The Eagle’s histories before letting you pick who deserves to be referred to as The GOAT.

Jones’ resume includes Mauricio Rua, Rashad Evans, Daniel Cormier, Alexander Gustafsson, Glover Teixeira, and Lyoto Machida. Moreover, Jones captured his first UFC crown at 23 and successfully defended it over a dozen times.

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He has won 15 title fights in the UFC with his victory at UFC 285. Based on these figures, Jones has spoken out against those who place the Russians ahead of him as the greatest of all time.

Khabib Nurmagomedov, in contrast, has made three championship defenses. Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje, and Edson Barboza, to name a few, are notable names on his resume.

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His résumé left much to be desired after his unexpected retirement in 2020. As he exited the ongoing competition, the Combat Sambo world champion also left many “what if” concerns unanswered.

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