Mason Jones Sets Sights on UFC Headline Spot, Title Contention
Paris, France – Welsh fighter Mason Jones is laser-focused on a rapid ascent within the UFC lightweight division, targeting a headline slot and, ultimately, a championship title. Speaking ahead of his upcoming bout, Jones outlined a clear path to success, emphasizing dominant performances and a relentless pursuit of the division’s top contenders.
Jones, known for his striking prowess, anticipates a dynamic clash in Paris, predicting an explosive encounter with his opponent. While acknowledging the long road ahead to a title shot in the stacked lightweight division, he remains undeterred, viewing each fight as a crucial stepping stone. This ambition comes as Jones looks to build on his recent momentum and establish himself as a major force in the 155lb weight class.
“It’s a deep, deep ocean,” jones stated, “I just want to be the biggest shark in there.” He recognizes the need for a string of victories, estimating he needs “this one, and then another three, really, before we can even start looking at that title.”
The Welshman is confident in his ability to deliver captivating performances. “I’m going to go out there and put on performances that are unforgettable and just keep building my profile as we go,” he said. He intends to approach his fights with a blend of controlled chaos and precision, aiming to win “chaotically and cleanly.”
Jones is particularly focused on his next opponent, stating, “so, we’re going to bury him [Oki], and then we’re going to go from there.” He also expressed his readiness to deliver a show-stopping performance, adding, “I’m getting ready to put on a 50-grand performance.”
With both fighters favouring a striking style, the bout is expected to be a fast-paced and explosive affair.”This is going to be a fast paced explosive fight, with neither of us wanting to go backwards,” Jones confirmed. “One of us will go down and it’s not going to be me.”
