Jon Jones stripped of LHW title after testing positive for steroids
Jon Jones has been stripped of his UFC light-heavyweight title. Jones, 30, reclaimed the 205lbs belt last month in the main event of UFC 214 with an emphatic KO victory over his bitter rival Daniel Cormier.
However, the New York native has had the belt taken away from him following a positive drug test. Jones, 23-1, failed a post fight drug test shortly after defeating Cormier.
The test discovered traces of Turanibol, an anabolic steroid, in Jones system. Jones positive test is the second time prohibited substances have been found in his system.
Prior to UFC 200, Jones tested positive for Hydroxy-clomiphene and Letrozole. The two anti-estrogen agents are traditionally used after a cycle of anabolic steroids.
That failed drug screening led to Jones eagerly-anticipated rematch with Cormier being scrapped. The UFC and Jones team have not yet commented on the matter. Starsport will keep you updated all the developments in this story.
