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Alexander Volkanovski snubs Jon Jones when naming his 'top five UFC GOATs' in history
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- Volkanovski unveils a top-5 GOAT list that includes Islam Makhachev and Israel Adesanya, while explicitly excluding Jon Jones.
- Volkanovski frames his GOAT picks around competition level and timing, noting flyweight depth and the need to consider era context.
- Jones is widely viewed as the GOAT by many fans and critics outside Volkanovski’s list, highlighting a contrasting perception.
- Volkanovski had just defended his featherweight title against Diego Lopes before revealing his GOAT selections.
- The new reference emphasizes Volkanovski’s recognition of Makhachev and his mentor Khabib as influential names in the GOAT discussion.
- The piece highlights Volkanovski’s ongoing rivalry with Islam Makhachev, including their 2023 title challenges and how those fights shape his GOAT view.
- The reference notes Islam Makhachev’s position on Volkanovski’s list as a standout achievement, influencing the overall ranking.
- Volkanovski’s YouTube discussion frame is identified as the vehicle for sharing his GOAT list, reinforcing the platform-specific origin of the statements.
- The reference demonstrates Volkanovski’s self-described bias in shaping his GOAT list while still prioritizing merit and résumés.
- The new reference situates the GOAT debate within a broader MMA context, acknowledging that GOAT discussions extend across weight classes and eras.
- The compilation preserves the original article’s inclusive ranking tone while integrating new insights on Khabib, Izzy, and the weight-class dynamics from the MMA Fighting piece.
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