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Francis Ngannou believes Jon Jones ‘could do very well’ at heavyweight

Fighting is probably the last thing on Jon Jones’ mind right now, but when the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion puts his legal troubles behind him, Francis Ngannou says ‘Bones’ could be a force to be reckoned with at heavyweight.

Speaking to Submission Radio in a recent interview (h/t Abhinav Kini of Low Kick MMA), ‘The Predator’ complimented Jones on his unique skillset and believes the pound-for-pound No. 1 would have no problem adjusting at heavyweight.

“I think he could do well wherever he goes, wherever he wants to be,” Ngannou said. “I mean, there’s no doubt about it.