Mauricio Rua vs Jon Jones Results and News - UFC 128

UFC 161: ‘Shogun’ Rua looks to relive championship glory days ahead of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rematch

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 8, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

As Mauricio "Shogun" Rua prepares for his rematch against Antonio Rogerio Nogueira at UFC 161 on June 15, 2013, the Brazilian bomber is relying on the memories of his championship days to motivate him for another run at the title. But is it too late?

History in the making: Jon Jones fights crime -- and Shogun Rua -- all in the same night

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM EDT

Before he was light heavyweight champion, Jon Jones was a "Garden State" crime fighter, stopping crackheads dead in their tracks. A few hours later, he reenacted his superhero scenario on Mauricio Rua at UFC 128 to capture the 205-pound crown.

UFC 159’s Chael Sonnen says Jon Jones could beat Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson in same day

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 22, 2013 4:42 PM EDT

Chael Sonnen believes UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones is the best in MMA today, saying "Bones" could defeat Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson in the same day. Pretty big compliment, but is it an honest assessment? Or good old fashioned mind games?

UFC Quick Quote: 'Jon Jones will soon reach Anderson Silva-level striking'

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Oct 23, 2012 10:00 PM EDT

Continuing to improve his all-around MMA skill set, Jon Jones will soon be at the level of Anderson Silva in the striking department with the help of coach Mike Winkeljohn. Not just creative, dynamic strikes, but the kind that turnout lights fast.

UFC 152: 'Smart' and 'alert' Vitor Belfort taking it five minutes at a time against Jon Jones

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Sep 18, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

Vitor Belfort looking to take it five minutes at a time against Jon Jones at UFC 152.

Strikeforce's Daniel Cormier down for Jon Jones title fight while other UFC fighters refuse it

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Aug 31, 2012 12:05 AM EDT

Strikeforce heavyweight Daniel Cormier says he's willing to fight UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones since other top contenders like Mauricio Rua and Lyoto Machida passed on the golden opportunity.

UFC on FOX 4 results recap: Lyoto Machida awaits next Light Heavyweight title shot

by Kevin Haggerty from MMAmania.com on Aug 5, 2012 2:00 PM EDT

After knocking out Ryan Bader at UFC on FOX 4 in Los Angeles on Aug. 4, 2012, Lyoto Machida earned himself a Light Heavyweight title shot. MMAmania.com talks about "The Dragon's" win and the odds that he will go on to win the championship belt.

UFC on Fox 4 results: Lyoto Machida can thank knockout and Shogun Rua gassing for title shot

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Aug 5, 2012 1:00 AM EDT

Whoever won most impressively at UFC on Fox 4 would be the next light heavyweight title shot, UFC President Dana White said. It looks like it will be Lyoto Machida.

UFC on Fox 4 fight card: Finding a challenger for Jon Jones in Los Angeles isn't so crazy

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Aug 4, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

Yes, Jon Jones has defeated 'Shogun' Rua, Brandon Vera, Lyoto Machida and Ryan Bader. But no, that doesn't mean he will automatically do so again.

Dana White: There will 'always' be title contenders for Jon Jones

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Aug 3, 2012 1:00 AM EDT

UFC President Dana White says he is not concerned that the promotion's 205-pound champion, Jon Jones, will run out of challengers after seemingly having cleaned out the division.

Lyoto Machida reacts to Shogun Rua vs Brandon Vera winner earning next title shot

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jul 30, 2012 8:15 PM EDT

UFC on FOX 4: Former UFC light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida says Mauricio Rua and Brandon Vera are deserving of a title shot and also eyes a potential third bout with "Shogun" down the road.

UFC Quick Quote: Shogun Rua working towards beating Jon Jones in rematch

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Jul 29, 2012 5:00 PM EDT

Mauricio "Shogun" Rua tells fans he's working towards a rematch against Jon Jones because he wants his title back and because he knows he can beat him after gathering information on the way the light heavyweight champion fights.

UFC on FOX 4: Dana White's promotional savvy could save 'Shogun vs Vera' event

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Jul 29, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

Dana White is using his promotional savvy to help save the UFC on FOX 4: "Shogun vs. Vera" event, which, until now, has had very little hype behind it. Here's why.

UFC on FOX 4 video trailer for 'Shogun vs Vera' network television event on Aug. 4 in LA

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Jul 28, 2012 12:00 PM EDT

Watch a video trailer of the UFC on FOX 4: "Shogun vs. Vera" event that goes down next Saturday night on FOX and will feature the potential crowning of the next light heavyweight contender.

For UFC 151's Jon Jones, Dan Henderson’s powerful 'H-Bomb' more of a concern than Olympic-caliber wrestling

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jul 9, 2012 11:00 PM EDT

Exclusive: Ahead of their UFC 151 clash on Sept. 1, 2012, UFC Light Heavyweight champion Jon Jones feels that Dan Henderson's striking is more of a concern for him than his Olympic-caliber wrestling.

UFC 205-Pound Champ Jon Jones Vs. Dan Henderson Confirmed For September 1

by Josh Nason from Bloody Elbow on May 9, 2012 10:32 PM EDT

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones will face veteran Dan Henderson at an unannounced UFC pay-per-view on September 1st.

Jon Jones opens as heavy favorite over Dan Henderson

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Apr 27, 2012 9:00 PM EDT

When Jon Jones defends his light heavyweight championship against Dan Henderson, possibly at UFC 149 in Calgary on July 21, he will do so as a heavy favorite.

Morning Report: The Dizzying Backlash to Jon Jones’ Dominance

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 23, 2012 8:01 AM EDT

Jon Jones’ dominance and the backlash behind it, Frank Mir gets a title shot, and Dan Henderson steps up in line on today's edition of the Morning Report.

UFC 145 results: Jon Jones dominates Rashad Evans, has Dan Henderson in his sights

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 22, 2012 3:00 AM EDT

Jon Jones defeated Rashad Evans at UFC 145 over the course of 25 minutes. What's next -- or rather, left -- for the light heavyweight kingpin?

UFC 145: With a win against Rashad Evans, Jon Jones becomes the greatest light heavyweight of all time

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 21, 2012 6:15 PM EDT

Three consecutive fights against three men once ranked as the best light heavyweight in the world. Should Jon Jones beat Rashad Evans at UFC 145, he will make it four.

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