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	After three years away, former light heavyweight Jon Jones returns to challenge for the heavyweight title at UFC 285 on Saturday against Ciryl Gane.
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UFC 285: Jon Jones feels 'prepared for victory in heavyweight debut vs. Ciryl Gane

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