6月14日のホワイトハウスカードから除外されたことを受けてJon JonesのUFC契約解除要求をめぐる騒動が激化する中、Daniel CormierやFrancis Ngannouら支持者が同情の声を上げ、一方Ronda RouseyとTom AspinallはUFCの報酬と契約に対するファイターの広範な不満を指摘している。
UFCからの公開解除要求をJon Jonesが出した——歴史的なUFC Freedom 250: The White Houseカードへの出場交渉が、彼が低額オファーと呼んだ提案で決裂した後——余波で、ファイターと団体間の緊張を強調する新たな反応が出てきた。初期の争点やJonesおよびUFC CEO Dana Whiteの声明の詳細は過去の報道を参照のこと。
Xでのホワイトハウス招待見送り後のJon JonesのUFC契約解除要求に対する反応には、Francis Ngannouによる3000万ドル以上の華麗なる退出擁護やTom AspinallによるUFCのJonesへの金銭的敬意への疑問などの強い支持があり、一方懐疑派は戦闘回避や契約途中の解除要求を批判；ファイターペイ問題への同情からUFCの義務擁護まで感情が幅広い。
Francis Ngannou just came out in support of Jon Jones after he asked to be released from his UFC contract 👀
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) 10 mars 2026
“You deserve that $30M+ after everything you’ve done for the sport, and they should be rolling out the RED CARPET for you.” pic.twitter.com/CWhcdwWXze
Tom Aspinall defends Jon Jones and fighter pay in the UFC:
— MMA UNCENSORED (@MMAUNCENSORED1) 11 mars 2026
“Why is the UFC not giving Jon the respect financially?” pic.twitter.com/GvyEmInufF
Jon Jones signed an 8 fight contract with the UFC in 2023.
— MagicM (@MagicM_MMABets) 11 mars 2026
Then Jon as the champion ducked Aspinall for about 18 months.
Now wants to be released or paid 30M.
Media will tell you he is basically kidnapped.
They hate me for speaking the truth this happened to Jesus too.
Jon Jones released a statement on X in response to Dana White's comments about him never being an option to fight at the White House.
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) 9 mars 2026
He has asked for his release from the UFC. pic.twitter.com/PK6u07EezT
Jon Jones has asked to be released from his UFC contract
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) 9 mars 2026
This comes after he was not included in the final line-up for the White House card
(via @JonnyBones) pic.twitter.com/jI4jrKI372
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UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has voiced strong support for Jon Jones amid the latter's contract dispute with UFC CEO Dana White over the June 14, 2026, White House event. Aspinall questions why the promotion isn't offering Jones the financial respect he deserves, citing past high-value offers.
Former UFC champion Jon Jones has publicly requested his release from the promotion following a dispute with CEO Dana White over his exclusion from the upcoming White House event. Jones claims negotiations for a spot on the June 14 card were ongoing until a lowball offer ended talks, while White insists Jones was never seriously considered due to health concerns. The feud highlights tensions between the fighter and the UFC amid Jones' storied career.
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UFC CEO Dana White stated that Jon Jones was never considered for the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, attributing the decision to the fighter's health issues and retirement status. The card, announced during UFC 326, features Ilia Topuria versus Justin Gaethje in the main event and Alex Pereira against Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title in the co-main. Jones responded with deleted social media posts questioning the negotiations and his status with the promotion.
UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey criticized the UFC's Freedom 250 White House event in a March 9, 2026, social media post hyping her MVP Netflix comeback against Gina Carano, co-headlined by Francis Ngannou vs. Philipe Lins on May 16 at Intuit Dome.
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The UFC announced the full six-fight card for its 'Freedom 250' event at the White House on June 14, 2026, headlined by lightweight champion Ilia Topuria defending against interim titleholder Justin Gaethje. The co-main features light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title. Revealed during UFC 326 on March 8, the lineup faced last-minute changes, drew mixed reactions, and includes unique details like Oval Office walkouts.
Following his official vacating of the UFC light heavyweight title, Alex Pereira eyes heavyweight history, with Daniel Cormier voicing strong support and fresh developments pointing to a potential clash with Jon Jones. The vacant belt heads to Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg at UFC 327.
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Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn revealed plans to represent additional UFC fighters after signing heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall to his Matchroom Talent Agency last week, amid growing fighter dissatisfaction with UFC pay and interest from stars like Michael Page and Israel Adesanya. Hearn hinted at a potential 'revolution' in MMA compensation.