2<\/p>\n Jones is only interested in a fight with Usyk if he chooses to step into his domainCredit: Getty<\/p>\n The Ukrainian was then believed to be considering Jones alongside Deontay Wilder<\/a> as an option for his final fight in the boxing ring.<\/p>\n ‘Bones’ is an MMA superstar and legend but has lacked activity in the UFC<\/a> in recent months, having not fought since beating Stipe Miocic in 2024.<\/p>\n Many suggested he’d likely consider a crossover fight in the squared circle, to follow in the foosteps of Francis Ngannou<\/a> and Conor McGregor<\/a>.<\/p>\n But the American has now shut down a move to another sport, insisting he’d take on Usyk if he wanted to step into the cage.<\/p>\n Read More In Boxing<\/p>\n \u201cNot at all [interested]. Usyk is Usyk, man,\u201d Jones told Ring Magazine. <\/p>\n \u201cHe is one of the absolute GOATs of heavyweight boxing. <\/p>\n “I also am aware that he does wrestling, and wrestling has been a heavy part of his training for many years, probably why he is so dominant in the clinch. <\/p>\n “If he would like to test his total combat skills, I would oblige him in that. <\/p>\n “But to handicap myself by only using my hands, that\u2019s not the world that I come from. I\u2019m no boxer. <\/p>\n “And I don\u2019t consider Usyk to be a complete fighter. I think the world knows what would happen if we were locked in the same room.\u201d<\/p>\n 2<\/p>\n Usyk is far more likely to take on Wilder<\/p>\n Jones is still under contract with the UFC, but has toyed with the idea of retirement himself.<\/p>\n What next for Usyk?<\/p>\n Usyk has spoken regularly about a move to MMA, and has even held talks with Jake Paul<\/a> over a clash.<\/p>\n But given he is coming to the end of his career, unless a huge financial sum can be offered, it appears highly unlikely.<\/p>\n It appears more likely that his final fight will now come against Wilder.<\/p>\n The pair had held talks over a clash, which collapsed<\/a> and saw the pair go their separate ways, with Wilder beating Chisora and Usyk beating Verhoeven.<\/p>\n Watch Boxing on DAZN<\/p>\n *If you click a link in this boxout, we will earn affiliate revenue<\/p>\n Sign up to DAZN<\/a> to access the definitive subscription for boxing fans.<\/p>\n Upgrade to DAZN Ultimate<\/a> from just \u00a324.99\/month, guaranteeing access to 185+ fights annually, a minimum of 12 pay-per-views at no extra cost, as well as every Lega Serie A match and other elite football access.<\/p>\n Alternatively, DAZN Standard<\/a> is just \u00a315.99\/month, with the caveat you will have to pay for pay-per-view events.<\/p>\n![\"Jon](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crop-3320754.jpg\")
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