Overview
- On his podcast, Rogan said a Jones–Pereira matchup would surpass any prior MMA event in scale and significance.
- He floated a 225-pound catchweight and a non-title "BMF upper edition" belt to bypass weight and championship hurdles.
- UFC CEO Dana White has voiced reservations about sanctioning the bout and has questioned relying on Jones for the planned White House card.
- Jones relinquished his heavyweight title and retired earlier this year but has talked up a June return in Washington, D.C.
- Pereira recently reclaimed the light heavyweight belt with an 80-second finish of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 and has expressed willingness to face Jones.