UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has learned more about his roots after a DNA test revealed he is 42% Nigerian.
Jones’ DNA Results Show Strong African Ancestry
According to ESPN, a DNA result has confirmed that the mixed martial artist is predominantly of African descent.
The test showed Jones has 96% African ancestry, with 42% from Nigeria, 24% from Cameroon, Congo, and Southern Bantu peoples, 18% from Mali, and 5% from Benin and Togo. The remaining 4% is from England, Wales, and Northwestern Europe.
Born in Rochester, New York, to a pastor father, Arthur, and mother, Camille, Jones now resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Jones, the reigning UFC heavyweight champion, successfully defended his title at UFC 309 with a third-round technical knockout against 42-year-old Stipe Miocic, who was returning to the octagon after a three-year break.
Reaction to Jones’ Nigerian Heritage
The revelation sparked excitement among Nigerian fans, with many sharing their thoughts on social media.
@AJSilverCFC wrote: “Every black person in the world has Nigerian roots. Take it or leave it.”
@kunlekay2002 said: “Every black person alive is a Nigerian .”
@thenotorious10k added: “Always knew he was Nigerian lmao.”
A UFC Legend
Jones is widely considered one of the greatest UFC fighters of all time. He has 30 fights under his belt, with 28 wins, one no contest, and one controversial loss by disqualification. Most recently, he defended his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, winning by technical knockout in the third round.
Connection to African Fighters
Jones now joins the ranks of other prominent UFC fighters with African roots, including Nigeria-born stars Israel Adesanya and Kamaru Usman. His newfound connection to Nigeria adds to the pride of African fans who continue to celebrate their fighters on the global stage.
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