\u201cWe’ve made it clear to Jon that this new opportunity to compete in UFC is a privilege and not a right, and that there are significant expectations we have regarding his conduct moving forward. We\u2019re happy to read and see reports that he has embraced the terms of his plea agreement and is using this experience to grow and develop as a person.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nJones also issued a statement, saying:<\/p>\n
\u201cI am thankful to be able to do what I love once again and I look forward to proving myself as a champion in and outside of the Octagon,\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nUFC President Dana White has previously stated that Jones will get an immediate title shot upon his return to the Octagon. Which leads us to our closing question, Jones vs. Cormier II…who leaves with the UFC light heavyweight championship?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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