In the ranks of the UFC, only seven fighters have ever won championship belts in two weight divisions.
But in some ways, if Jon Jones can join that exclusive club by defeating Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 on Saturday, his elevation would be the most impressive of all.
Bones has been out of the Octagon for more than three years, with his last outing coming way back in February 2020 when he beat Dominick Reyes in controversial circumstances.
Since then, the 35-year-old has been inactive – in the UFC, at least, but not in the gym, where his 60lb weight gain has been manifested following sessions with champion bodybuilder Stan Efferding.
Did you say Jon Jones? 😳@JonnyBones officially returns SATURDAY at #UFC285!! pic.twitter.com/EzA5OztNv4
— UFC (@ufc) February 27, 2023