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Jon Jones, First Round Management Announce They Have ‘Amicably’ Parted Ways

Jon Jones is no longer under the umbrella of First Round Management, the team which has represented the former light heavyweight champion for the majority of his UFC career.

The Florida-based management group, headed by Malki Kawa and Abe Kawa, announced the news via Twitter on Monday.

“After an 11-year journey as [Jon Jones’] management team, First Round Management and Bones have amicably decided to part ways,” the statement read. “We are proud of him and the work we’ve done. We wish him the best going forward.”

After an 11 year journey as @JonnyBones management team, First Round Management and Bones have amicably decided to part ways.