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Jon Jones defended his light heavyweight title for the fifth time when he faced Chael Sonnen at UFC 159 in 2013.

This is the Full UFC Fight!

The Jon Jones vs. Chael Sonnen title fight took place on April 27, 2013, at UFC 159 in Newark, New Jersey. Jon Jones was the defending UFC light heavyweight champion, while Chael Sonnen was the challenger. In the fight, Jon Jones dominated Chael Sonnen from start to finish. He utilized his reach advantage to keep Sonnen at bay with his striking, and also scored takedowns throughout the fight. Sonnen was unable to mount any significant offense and eventually succumbed to a TKO in the first round. The victory was Jon Jones’ fifth consecutive title defense and cemented his status as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history. Chael Sonnen, meanwhile, continued to be a popular figure in the sport despite the loss and went on to compete in several more high-profile fights before retiring in 2019.

 

About UFC

 

The UFC, or Ultimate Fighting Championship, is a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) organization that was founded in 1993. It is the largest and most well-known MMA promotion in the world, and has played a significant role in the growth and mainstream acceptance of the sport of MMA. The UFC features fighters from around the world competing in a variety of weight classes and disciplines, including boxing, wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and more. The fighters compete inside an octagonal cage, with the goal of defeating their opponent through a variety of means, including striking, grappling, and submissions.

The UFC has helped to bring MMA into the mainstream, with many of its top fighters becoming household names and crossover stars. The promotion regularly hosts high-profile events, including pay-per-view cards, and has a television deal with ESPN in the United States. The UFC has also faced criticism over the years, particularly in its early days, for the perceived brutality of the sport and a lack of regulation. However, the organization has made significant strides in terms of safety and regulation, and is now sanctioned by athletic commissions in many states and countries.

 

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