Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion and Hall of Famer, has revealed that the promotion reached out to him about headlining UFC 300, despite his recent surgeries. The historic pay-per-view event is set to take place in Las Vegas on April 13, but the main event has yet to be finalized. UFC president Dana White has been working hard to secure the showpiece bout, and Jones confirmed that he received a call from one of the head lawyers of the UFC, who expressed interest in having him headline the event. However, Jones believes he won't be ready in time and wants to ensure he returns at 100%.
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Dana White Faces Challenges in Finalizing UFC 300 Main Event
UFC president Dana White has been facing challenges in finalizing the main event for UFC 300. The highly anticipated event, which marks the promotion's 300th pay-per-view, is scheduled to take place in Las Vegas on April 13. White recently admitted that there have been numerous unexpected twists and turns in his efforts to secure the showpiece bout. He even revealed that Jon Jones was contacted about headlining the event, despite his recent surgeries. The announcement of the main event is eagerly awaited by fight fans around the world.
Jon Jones Receives Call About Headlining UFC 300
Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion, recently received a call from Hunter Campbell, one of the head lawyers of the UFC, about headlining UFC 300. Despite the event being just nine weeks away, the promotion expressed interest in having Jones as the main attraction. Campbell emphasized that it would be great news for the community and one of the biggest events ever. However, Jones, who is currently recovering from back-to-back surgeries on a torn pec and his right elbow, doesn't believe he'll be ready in time.
Jones Prioritizes Full Recovery Before Returning to the Octagon
Jon Jones, 36, is prioritizing his full recovery before making his return to the octagon. The former light heavyweight champion underwent surgeries on a torn pec and his right elbow, which derailed his planned fight with Stipe Miocic last November. Jones acknowledges that he's getting up there in age and wants to make the most of his remaining events. He wants to ensure that he comes back 100% and gives his all in the cage. Jones could potentially be back in action late this summer if his recovery goes according to plan.
UFC 300 Main Event Announcement Expected This Weekend
The mystery surrounding the main event of UFC 300 may soon come to an end. UFC president Dana White has teased that an announcement regarding the main event could be made at the upcoming press conference this weekend. Fight fans are eagerly awaiting the news, as UFC 300 is expected to be one of the biggest cards of the decade. Tickets for the event are set to go on sale next week, adding to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the historic pay-per-view.
