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Jon Jones: I’ll Have A Beer With Johnny Walker…After I Beat Him

One of the fastest-rising stars in the UFC at the moment is light heavyweight knockout artist Johnny Walker. Walker comes off back-to-back knockout victories coming in at just under a minute. The latter came against proven veteran and top-ranked Misha Cirkunov. Now, Walker is ready to prove himself against the division’s elite, calling out the […]

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One of the fastest-rising stars in the UFC at the moment is light heavyweight knockout artist Johnny Walker.

Walker comes off back-to-back knockout victories coming in at just under a minute. The latter came against proven veteran and top-ranked Misha Cirkunov. Now, Walker is ready to prove himself against the division’s elite, calling out the likes of three-time title challenger Alexander Gustafsson.

If Walker is able to topple the likes of Gustafsson, Anthony Smith, and others, he might be on his way to a match-up against division king Jon Jones. Speaking to The Mac Life recently, “Bones” revealed he’s “very aware” of what the young Brazilian is doing in the division at the moment:

“Johnny Walker is somebody that I’m very aware of,” Jones said. “I know I’m gonna be fighting him sooner or later. I just appreciate his energy. He seems like a nice guy, he just radiates his happiness and his positivity, and it’s refreshing.

“He seems like the type of guy I’d go out and have a beer with. He’s cool. He seems cool… until we fight. And then after I beat him, he’ll be cool again.”

While Walker might take a while to reach a title opportunity, Jones has no shortage of challengers. Thiago Santos is believed to be the next man up to challenge for Jones’ 205-pound throne.

“Bones” is coming off a successful title defense at UFC 235 weekend (Sat. March 2, 2019). He defeated Anthony Smith in the main event of UFC 235 via unanimous decision.

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Jon Jones Has Taken Notice of Johnny Walker

Jon Jones, much like the rest of the MMA community, is very aware of Johnny Walker. The explosive and dynamic 26-year-old Johnny Walker has wowed fans thus far in his three Octagon performances. Walker made his Octagon debut with a lot of fanfare alrea…

Jon Jones, much like the rest of the MMA community, is very aware of Johnny Walker. The explosive and dynamic 26-year-old Johnny Walker has wowed fans thus far in his three Octagon performances. Walker made his Octagon debut with a lot of fanfare already behind him due to exposure from Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender […]

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Johnny Walker Wants Alexander Gustafsson For Octagon Return

Johnny Walker is arguably the UFC’s hottest prospect at the moment. The young Brazilian is knocking out his opponents inside the Octagon in quick fashion. His latest victim, Misha Cirkunov, fell in just under 40 seconds during their UFC 235 clash this past weekend (Sat. March 2, 2019). Walker did suffer an injury during the […]

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Johnny Walker is arguably the UFC’s hottest prospect at the moment.

The young Brazilian is knocking out his opponents inside the Octagon in quick fashion. His latest victim, Misha Cirkunov, fell in just under 40 seconds during their UFC 235 clash this past weekend (Sat. March 2, 2019). Walker did suffer an injury during the fight, however, it didn’t come at the hands of Cirkunov.

Walker actually injured himself in his post-fight celebration. After fear that the injury could be a serious one, it was later revealed by MMA Fighting, via Walker’s manager, Lucas Lutkus, that the light heavyweight suffered a mild shoulder injury. He should be able to return to fighting action in a month.

After his contest in Las Vegas this weekend, the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) gave Walker a six-month medical suspension until he’s able to be cleared by an orthopedic physician. According to ESPN’s Ariel Helwani, when Walker does return, he has big plans in mind. The 26-year-old would like to return around May or June.

He’d prefer the latter in order to fight several-time light heavyweight title challenger Alexander Gustafsson in Stockholm:

“Johnny Walker just got his MRI results back. Per his manager, he has a mild shoulder injury. He’ll need four weeks of rehab. They’re shooting for a return in May or June and are interested in fighting Alexander Gustafsson in Stockholm, his manager said.”

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Johnny Walker Believes He’ll Give Jon Jones A “Proper Fight”

Johnny Walker is the UFC’s latest hot prospect at the moment. Walker has been finishing UFC opponents quickly in his past few fights. In his most recent Octagon appearance this past weekend (Sat. March 2, 2019), Walker finished Misha Cirkunov via…

Johnny Walker is the UFC’s latest hot prospect at the moment. Walker has been finishing UFC opponents quickly in his past few fights. In his most recent Octagon appearance this past weekend (Sat. March 2, 2019), Walker finished Misha Cirkunov via first-round knockout with a flying knee. The finish only took Walker just under 40 […]

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UFC Not Planning On Giving Johnny Walker Anyone Serious Anytime Soon

Johnny Walker continued to impress UFC fans over the weekend (Sat. March 2, 2019). The Brazilian light heavyweight made quick work of Misha Cirkunov with a perfectly-timed flying knee at UFC 235. After the event, UFC President Dana White was asked for …

Johnny Walker continued to impress UFC fans over the weekend (Sat. March 2, 2019). The Brazilian light heavyweight made quick work of Misha Cirkunov with a perfectly-timed flying knee at UFC 235. After the event, UFC President Dana White was asked for his thoughts on Walker’s quick rise in the division. White said Walker is […]

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UFC 235 Bonuses: Johnny Walker Leads The Charge

Last night’s (Sat. March 2, 2019) UFC 235 pay-per-view (PPV) had some great fights on the card. Some well-deserved bonuses have been given out to the fighters who put on the best performances of the evening. Diego Sanchez was awarded a $50,000 Pe…

Last night’s (Sat. March 2, 2019) UFC 235 pay-per-view (PPV) had some great fights on the card. Some well-deserved bonuses have been given out to the fighters who put on the best performances of the evening. Diego Sanchez was awarded a $50,000 Performance Of The Night bonus for his win over Mickey Gall. Sanchez and […]

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