Jon Jones Agrees to Dismiss Assault Charges

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has reached a plea agreement to dismiss two misdemeanor charges stemming from an alleged altercation with drug testing officers at his home in March. The charges, which include assault and interference with communications, will be dropped if Jones completes four hours of anger management and stays out of legal trouble for 90 days. The incident involved allegations that Jones threatened a drug-testing agent and took her phone, claims he has denied while acknowledging he used profanity during the encounter. Jones expressed gratitude for the resolution, emphasizing it allows him to focus on his upcoming fight against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 on November 16. This fight marks Jones' return after a 20-month hiatus due to injury, following his victory over Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight title in 2023. Jones, a two-division champion with a record of 27 wins and one loss, has hinted at potential retirement after this bout.