Alkass Digital
Aljamain Sterling points to firsthand experiences to advocate for Jon Jones as the rightful No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC. Despite Islam Makhachev's recent impressive title defense, UFC CEO Dana White's stance on Jones as the top pound-for-pound fighter resonates with Sterling.
Sterling delves into the essence of the pound-for-pound concept, emphasizing a hypothetical scenario where weight and size are irrelevant, and pure skill prevails. In this regard, he aligns with White's perspective that Jones epitomizes this ideal.
Sterling draws parallels between Jones' triumphant return after a prolonged hiatus, culminating in a submission victory over Ciryl Gane to claim the vacant heavyweight title, and Henry Cejudo's unsuccessful attempt at a similar comeback. Cejudo's bid to challenge Sterling for the bantamweight championship after nearly three years out of the octagon fell short, highlighting the contrasting outcomes of these scenarios.
In Sterling's view, Jones' remarkable feat upon his return underscores his superiority and solidifies his claim to the title of the greatest pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC.