Betting Lines and Insider Chatter Push Jones–Pereira Toward 2026 White House Spotlight
Betting markets lean toward 2026, leaving an unbooked matchup that Dana White still doubts.
Overview
- Chael Sonnen told The Ariel Helwani Show he believes Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira is coming in 2026, adding fresh momentum to the talk.
- Jon Jones signaled on social media that he would accept Pereira’s challenge for the planned White House card.
- Early betting odds make Jones a sizeable favorite at roughly -285 with Pereira near +210, with some books posting even wider numbers.
- Dana White said he does not see Jones fighting on the White House card, underscoring the bout’s unconfirmed status.
- The UFC event is slated for June 14, 2026 at the White House, an occasion President Donald Trump has tied to his 80th birthday and America’s 250th anniversary.