UFC CEO Dana White settles the debate and declares Jon Jones as the undisputed Greatest of All Time in MMA. Read more about the announcement and the factors that solidify Jones’ GOAT status.
| Fighter Mentioned | Reason for Mention |
|---|---|
| Jon Jones | Declared as the undisputed Greatest of All Time by Dana White. Undefeated record and dominance in two weight classes. |
| Georges St-Pierre | Mentioned as one of the fighters in the GOAT debate. |
| Anderson Silva | Mentioned as one of the fighters in the GOAT debate. |
| Khabib Nurmagomedov | Acknowledged as one of the all-time greats by Dana White. Hindered by injuries and setbacks in his career. |
Arguments over who is the mixed martial arts (MMA) GOAT get pretty heated. That’s just how it goes when you have fighters like Georges St-Pierre, Anderson Silva, Jon Jones, and Khabib Nurmagomedov to choose from.
But, UFC CEO Dana White has settled the debate and declared Jon Jones as the undisputed Greatest of All Time. In an interview on Lex Fridman’s podcast, White confidently stated, "Jon Jones—there’s no debate. Nobody can debate who’s the greatest of all time. It’s absolutely positively Jon Jones. He’s never lost. He’s never been beaten in the Octagon ever."
White went on to highlight Jones’ dominance in the Light Heavyweight division, which was considered the toughest weight class in the company and the sport at the time. He also emphasized Jones’ successful move up to the Heavyweight division, where he won easily. In addition to his unbeatable record, White emphasized Jones’ longevity as a factor that solidifies his GOAT status.
However, despite his undefeated record in the cage (excluding the Matt Hamill disqualification loss), Jones has faced controversies due to multiple drug test failures and scandals, leading some to question his status as the GOAT. Nevertheless, White firmly stands by his decision and dismisses any doubts, stating, "Jon Jones is the greatest of all time. You can hate all you want, but it’s undeniable."
While Jones takes the crown, White also acknowledged the greatness of Khabib Nurmagomedov . He mentioned that Khabib had the potential to be in the running for the GOAT title but was hindered by injuries and setbacks in his career. White recognizes Khabib as one of the all-time greats.
In conclusion, Dana White’s declaration settles the long-standing debate and establishes Jon Jones as the undisputed Greatest of All Time in the world of MMA.
