Not that long ago, the UFC 205-lb division was embroiled in one of its most tumultuous eras.
Heavy Ambitions Cause Dominant Star to Move Up From Light Heavyweight
In February 2020, then-light heavyweight champion Jon Jones defended his title for the third time of his second reign over Dominick Reyes at UFC 247. One week later, he then traveled to New Mexico to witness Polish powerhouse Jan Blachowicz knockout future Bellator 205-lb king Corey Anderson at UFC Fight Night 167.
Almost immediately following the stoppage, Blachowicz walked toward where Jones was sitting and began to call him out, which prompted “Bones” to become fired up with anticipation.