56-458: Name For other uses, see JON . Jon Gender Male Language(s) English Origin Meaning God has given Other names Related names Jhon , John , Jonathan , Jonny , Jonnie , Jonn , Jonni , Yahya , Yehia Jon is a shortened form of the common given name Jonathan , derived from " YHWH has given".The name
112-450: A power-lifter during his suspension from the UFC. Jones stands out by his high adaptability and flawless technique in the cage and has been described as "one of the most dynamic, innovative, and constantly evolving fighters in the history of MMA" and "perhaps the greatest martial artist ever to step into an octagon". Jones capitalizes on his great range and defensive wrestling to land blows in
168-524: A "top-three opponent" for his next fight. Jones mentioned in an interview with Inside MMA that he would be facing the winner of Antônio Rogério Nogueira vs. Ryan Bader . Reports that Jones had previously been offered a match with Nogueira, but turned it down, turned out to be false. In the Inside MMA interview, Jones also stated that he had been informed by Dana White and Lorenzo Fertitta that if he finished his next two fights, he would likely receive
224-416: A creative, unorthodox style. He employs a diverse kicking technique, favoring front kicks to the body and head, roundhouse kicks to the legs and upper body, and his most known technique, the "oblique kick", a controversial move that targets his opponent's knee. The oblique kick was a technique popularized by Bruce Lee , whom Jones cited as an inspiration. Jones also excels in the clinch , where he
280-447: A defensive lineman; due to his slight frame, his coach nicknamed him "Bones". Jones won a NJCAA wrestling national championship at Iowa Central Community College . After transferring to Morrisville State College to study Criminal Justice, he dropped out of college to begin his MMA career. Jones made his professional MMA debut in April 2008. He amassed an undefeated record of 6–0 over
336-523: A different card. On November 13, 2013, it was announced that Jones would fight Teixeira at UFC 170 , scheduled for February 22, 2014; however, the next day it was announced that the match had been removed from the card. On December 4, 2013, it was announced that Jones and Teixeira would face each other at UFC 171 on March 15, 2014, in Dallas, Texas ; however, the fight was moved again. Jones and Teixeira finally fought on April 26, 2014, at UFC 172 . Jones won
392-585: A grappling match for the Submission Underground 2 tournament on December 14, 2016. After an even start, Jones eventually submitted Henderson with an arm-triangle choke six minutes into the bout. Following the fight, Jones expressed interest in competing against Chael Sonnen . The rematch with Daniel Cormier took place on July 29, 2017, at UFC 214 at the Honda Center in Anaheim , California . Jones won
448-724: A pectoral tendon. One year after his injury, the bout between Jones and Miocic was rescheduled to November 16, 2024, at UFC 309 . He won the fight by technical knockout via a spinning back kick followed by punches in the third round. This fight earned him another Performance of the Night award. Jones has trained with Team BombSquad out of Cortland, New York , then briefly with the Tristar Gym in Montreal, Canada and most recently at Jackson's MMA in Albuquerque, New Mexico . He also trained as
504-617: A period of three months, finishing all of his opponents. In his last bout before signing with the UFC, Jones defeated Moyses Gabin at BCX 5 for the USKBA Light Heavyweight Championship. He won the fight via TKO in the second round. Jones made his UFC debut against André Gusmão at UFC 87 on August 9, 2008. Jones had accepted the deal on two weeks' notice as a late replacement for Tomasz Drwal . Jones won via unanimous decision (30–27, 29–28, and 30–27), using takedowns and unorthodox striking, such as spinning elbows and
560-527: A pregnant woman then fled the scene on foot. Cormier, who lost against Jones at UFC 182 in January 2015, replaced him and went on to defeat Anthony Johnson to take the vacant UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. On October 23, 2015, the UFC announced that Jones had been reinstated to the active roster, nearly six months after his suspension was announced. A rematch with Cormier was expected to take place on April 23, 2016, at UFC 197 . However, Cormier pulled out of
616-435: A spinning back kick. In his second UFC match, Jones took on veteran Stephan Bonnar at UFC 94 on January 31, 2009. Jones secured multiple takedowns on Bonnar, even suplexing him to the mat, and connecting with a back elbow that hurt Bonnar badly. He appeared fatigued in the third round but won the fight by unanimous decision. Jones's third fight was against Jake O'Brien at UFC 100 on July 11, 2009. Jones controlled
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#1732847881681672-484: A takedown, and battering him with strikes. However, Jones would be disqualified for the use of illegal 12–6 elbows . The Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts prohibited downward elbow strikes, and Jones was initially only penalized a point from the round. However, Hamill was unable to continue due to his dislocated shoulder. Consequently, the replay simulation was reviewed, and showed that Jones's elbows further damaged Hamill's already bloody and lacerated nose. This marked
728-420: A title shot. White soon confirmed that Jones would face the undefeated Ultimate Fighter winner Ryan Bader, on February 5, 2011, at UFC 126 . Jones handed Bader his first professional loss by defeating him via submission due to a guillotine choke in the second round after dominating Bader in the first round. Jones was awarded the "Submission of the Night" bonus. Immediately after the bout with Bader, it
784-4209: Is Harry), American actor, comedian, and producer Jon Bernthal (born 1976), American actor Jon Bois (born 1982), American sportswriter and video producer Jon Bon Jovi (born 1962), American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor, founder and frontman of the rock band Bon Jovi Jon Brion (born 1963), American composer, singer, songwriter, and record producer Jon Butcher (born 1955), American musician and songwriter Jon M. Chu (born 1979), American filmmaker Jon Cor (born 1984), Canadian actor and author Jon Cryer (born 1965), American actor, director, producer, and writer Jon Culshaw (born 1968), English actor, comedian, and impressionist Jon Davison (born 1971), American musician, singer, and songwriter Jon Dette (born 1970), American drummer Jon Dunkle (born 1960), American serial killer Jon Favreau (born 1966), American filmmaker and producer Jon Foreman (born 1976), American musician Jon Foster (born 1984), American actor Jon Fratelli (born 1979), Scottish musician, singer, and songwriter Jon Gaines II (born 1999), American football player Jon Garland (born 1979), American baseball player Jon Glaser (born 1968), American actor, comedian, and writer Jon Gray (born 1991), American baseball player Jon Gries (born 1957), American actor, director, and writer Jon Gruden (born 1963), American football coach Jon Hamm (born 1971), American actor Jon Heder (born 1977), American actor Jon-Erik Hexum (1957–1984), American actor and model Jon Holmes (born 1973), English comedian and writer Jon Hopkins (born 1979), English musician and producer Jon Huertas (born 1969), American actor Jon Jay (born 1985), American baseball player Jon Jones (born 1987), American mixed martial artist Jon Kitna (born 1972), American football player Jon Leicester (born 1979), American baseball player Jon Lester (born 1984), American baseball player Jon Lieber (born 1970), American baseball player Jon Lord (1941–2012), English composer and keyboardist Jon Lovitz (born 1957), American actor and comedian Jon Luvelli (born 1979), Italian–born American street photographer Jon Matlack (born 1950), American baseball player Jon Meloan (born 1984), American baseball player Jon Moritsugu (born 1965), American filmmaker and musician Jon Moscot (born 1991), American baseball player Jon Moxley (born 1985), American professional wrestler Jon Niese (born 1986), American baseball player Jon Nørgaard (born 1985), Danish singer Jon Nunnally (born 1971), American baseball player Jon Pareles (born 1953), American journalist Jon Pertwee (1919–1996), English actor Jon Polito (1950–2016), American actor Jon Rahm (born 1994), Spanish golfer Jon Rauch (born 1978), American baseball player Jon Rudnitsky (born 1989), American actor and comedian Jon Runyan Sr. (born 1973), American football player and politician Jon Runyan Jr. (born 1997), American football player Jon Ryan (born 1981), Canadian football player Jon Secada (born 1961), Cuban–born American singer and songwriter Jon Stevens (born 1961), New Zealand singer Jon Stewart (born 1962), American actor, comedian, director, producer, writer, political commentator, and television host Jon Taffer (born 1954), American entrepreneur and television personality Jon Tenney (born 1961), American actor Jon Thorbjörnson (born 1976), Swedish politician Jon Toogood (born 1971), New Zealand musician Jon Turteltaub (born 1963), American filmmaker and producer Jon Vezner (born 1951), American songwriter Jon Voight (born 1938), American actor Jon Venables (born 1982), British murderer Jon Walker (born 1985), American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer Jon Warden (born 1946), American baseball player Jon Watts (born 1981), American filmmaker Jon Wurster (born 1966), American drummer Jon Zazula (1952–2022), American music industry executive Fictional characters [ edit ] Jon, in
840-527: Is a pastor at Mount Sinai Church of God in Christ in Binghamton, New York . Arthur discouraged Jon's fighting career, "I wanted him to preach. I tried to discourage him from being a fighter. I told him you don't want to do that. You can do other things. Be a pastor." Jon's mother, Camille, died in 2017 at the age of 55, after a long battle with diabetes . Jon was one of four children. His older brother, Arthur ,
896-675: Is a former American football defensive lineman who played for the Baltimore Ravens , Indianapolis Colts and Washington Redskins , while his younger brother, Chandler , last played as an outside linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders . His older sister, Carmen, died of a brain tumor before her 18th birthday. Before beginning his MMA career, Jones was a stand-out high school wrestler and state champion at Union-Endicott High School in Endicott, New York . He also played football as
952-592: Is different from Wikidata JON (disambiguation) Jon is a shortened form of the name Jonathan. Jon or JON may also refer to: Jon Jones Jonathan Dwight Jones (born July 19, 1987) is an American professional mixed martial artist . He currently competes in the Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he is the current UFC Heavyweight Champion . A professional competitor since 2008, Jones
1008-641: Is spelled Jón in Iceland and on the Faroe Islands . In the Nordic countries , it is derived from Johannes . Notable people [ edit ] Jon Abrahams (born 1977), American actor Jon Adkins (born 1977), American baseball player Jon Anderson (born 1944), English musician and singer Jon Batiste (born 1986), American musician Jon Bellion (born 1990), American singer, songwriter, and rapper H. Jon Benjamin (born 1966, whose first given name
1064-434: The 4th round. In the process, he became the first UFC fighter to submit Jackson. In 2012, Jones said that this was his favorite fight up to that point. Jones vs. Evans was in the works for a second time, and a bout was targeted for December 10, 2011, at UFC 140 . However, a lingering thumb injury cost another title opportunity for Evans, and Jones instead faced Lyoto Machida at the same event. Jones successfully defended
1120-438: The Night bonus award. It was later revealed that Jones had failed a drug test one month prior to the event, as he tested positive for cocaine . (see below in #Controversies ) Jones was expected to defend his title against Anthony Johnson on May 23, 2015, at UFC 187 . However, on April 28, Jones was stripped of the belt and suspended from the UFC indefinitely in connection with a hit-and-run incident where he crashed into
1176-438: The Night" award. Jones defeated former IFL Light Heavyweight Champion Vladimir Matyushenko by TKO with elbows in 1:52 of the first round on August 1, 2010, at UFC Live: Jones vs. Matyushenko . Dana White promised Jones a "huge step-up in the competition", if he managed to defeat Matyushenko. Following the match with Matyushenko, White said, "Vladimir Matyushenko is a guy who I have a lot of respect for and I didn't think it
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1288-479: The belt against Belfort via Americana submission in round four, and equaled Chuck Liddell 's number of title defenses. Jones also won a $ 65,000 Submission of the Night bonus for his finish of Belfort. Jones was chosen to coach opposite Chael Sonnen on Season 17 of the Ultimate Fighter . With a bout between the coaches taking place on April 27, 2013, at UFC 159 . Jones displayed a lack of interest in
1344-413: The bout and actively downplayed the contest, making it clear that he did not believe Sonnen was a fit contender. In an interview, Sonnen did his best to garner interest in the bout, but Jones gave him the " silent treatment ", and refused to make eye contact. Jones made quick work of his challenger, finishing Sonnen via TKO in the first round. However, he broke the phalanx (big toe) on his left foot during
1400-506: The bout via unanimous decision (50–45, 50–45, and 50–45). On April 27, 2014, UFC President Dana White confirmed that Jones would next have a rematch against Gustafsson, and stated the possibility of the match taking place in a stadium in Sweden on pay-per-view. On May 24, 2014, it was indicated that the rematch would take place in Las Vegas on August 30, 2014, at UFC 177 . The statement, and
1456-528: The decision to strip him of the Light Heavyweight championship, and return it to Daniel Cormier. In September 2018, it was announced by USADA that Jones would serve a suspension of 15 months. From a potential suspension of 48 months USADA applied a reduction of 30 months for Jones's co-operation in identifying other anti-doping offences, and a further 3 months was applied by arbitrators McLaren in relation to Jones's degree of fault. On October 10, 2018, it
1512-451: The fans, sponsors, cable distributors, television network executives or other fighters." However, Jones was defended by MMA analysts, who criticized White for promoting a thin card. It was later reported that Henderson was injured three weeks prior to the announcement, but kept the injury under wraps as he was still hoping to compete. A rematch with Lyoto Machida was then announced for September 22, 2012, at UFC 152 . Lyoto Machida, who
1568-537: The fight and re-captured the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship via knockout in the third round. After the fight, Jones was awarded a Performance of the Night bonus. After the fight, Jones praised Cormier as a "model champion", while recognizing his own personal failings. He then challenged Brock Lesnar to a fight. On August 22, it was announced that Jones had been flagged for a potential doping violation by USADA , stemming from his sample that
1624-405: The fight on April 1, citing a foot injury, and was replaced by Ovince Saint Preux . Jones defeated Saint Preux by unanimous decision (50–44, 50–45, and 50–45). The rematch with Cormier was rescheduled and expected to take place on July 9, 2016, at UFC 200 . However, on July 6, 2016, Jones was removed from the bout by USADA on June 16 after a potential doping violation. On November 7, 2016, it
1680-445: The fight, but was deducted two points in the fourth round after landing an illegal knee to Smith's head. He won the fight via unanimous decision with 48–44 on all three judges' scorecards. Jones faced Thiago Santos on July 6, 2019, in the main event at UFC 239 . He won the back-and-forth match via split decision (48–47, 47–48, and 48–47), defending his title for the second time. Jones faced Dominick Reyes on February 8, 2020, in
1736-454: The fight. With the win, Jones tied Tito Ortiz for having most consecutive title defenses in UFC light heavyweight history. Jones faced Alexander Gustafsson on September 21, 2013, at UFC 165 . Jones was badly cut above the eye during the first round, but he won the back-and-forth fight via unanimous decision (48–47, 48–47, and 49–46). After the match, Jones said Gustafsson gave him the toughest fight of his career, and both were sent to
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1792-419: The first time that Nevada has used its recently enacted instant replay rule, in which the referee's decision was supported by the commission, which utilized a slow-motion replay to review the elbows. UFC president Dana White was aggrieved that referee Steve Mazagatti ruled the bout as a disqualification , which resulted in a loss for Jones, saying that it should have been a no contest . In 2019, White said he
1848-407: The greatest fights in UFC history". On March 8, 2020, it was announced that the fight will be inducted to UFC Hall of Fame's Fight Wing on July 9. Jones was expected to take on Glover Teixeira on February 1, 2014, at UFC 169 . However, on October 7, UFC President Dana White stated that the announcement for this fight on that card was premature and that Jones and Teixeira would face each other on
1904-498: The hospital for their injuries. Both men suffered lacerations and facial swelling, but were released from the hospital with no broken bones or serious injuries. The bout earned both fighters the Fight of the Night bonus award. The match received numerous positive reviews: "an epic battle", "instant-classic", "Fight of the Year", "Greatest light heavyweight title fight of all-time", "one of
1960-524: The latter reversed to a no contest . After his 2017 suspension was lifted, Jones reclaimed the championship in 2018 by defeating Alexander Gustafsson . He voluntarily vacated the title in 2020 and spent three years away from MMA before returning in 2023 to win the UFC Heavyweight Championship against Ciryl Gane . Jones was born on July 19, 1987, in Rochester, New York . His father Arthur
2016-456: The light heavyweight division, including the most title defenses, most wins, and longest win streak. During much of his championship reign, Jones has been widely considered to be the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world. Never stopped nor outscored during his career, Jones's only professional loss is a controversial disqualification against Matt Hamill ; a result disputed by Hamill and UFC president Dana White . Between 2015 and 2017, Jones
2072-545: The light heavyweight title at UFC 140, stopping Machida at 4:26 of the second round via guillotine choke technical submission . This was the first submission loss in Machida's career. Jones faced his arch rival and former teammate Rashad Evans on April 21, 2012, at UFC 145 , and won via unanimous decision (49–46, 49–46, and 50–45). During the UFC 145 post fight press conference, Dana White confirmed that Jones's next opponent would be Dan Henderson . The Jones-Henderson fight
2128-566: The main event of UFC 247 . Jones won the fight via controversial unanimous decision (48–47, 48–47, and 49–46). 14 of 21 media outlets scored the contest for Reyes, while only 7 scored it for Jones. With this win, Jones set the new record for most wins in UFC title fight history with 14 wins. After conflict with UFC President Dana White over pay in May 2020, Jones said he had vacated the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship . Jones
2184-432: The majority of the match and eventually secured a modified guillotine choke , causing O'Brien to tap out. In September 2009, Jones was rewarded for his victories by signing a new, four-fight contract with the UFC. On December 5, 2009, Jones fought fellow light heavyweight prospect Matt Hamill at The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights Finale . Jones used his wrestling to dominate Hamill, dislocating Hamill's shoulder with
2240-517: The match due to a torn meniscus. Jones was then expected to take on replacement Daniel Cormier at UFC 178 . On August 12, 2014, it was announced that Jones had sustained a leg injury in training, causing him to withdraw. The bout was rescheduled, and eventually took place on January 3, 2015, at UFC 182 . Jones won the fight by unanimous decision (49–46, 49–46, and 49–46). He also became the first person to take Cormier down, scoring three takedowns in total. The win also earned Jones his fourth Fight of
2296-533: The time and venue, was not official, however, because Gustafsson was the only one who still had agreed to accept the match. On June 2, the fight was still on hold, and White explained the situation as "Jones doesn't want to fight Gustafsson", and instead expressed his preference for fighting Daniel Cormier . On June 5, 2014, the UFC confirmed that the Jones vs. Gustafsson rematch would take place on September 27, 2014, at UFC 178 . However, Gustafsson had to pull out of
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2352-502: The vacant UFC Heavyweight Championship on March 4, 2023, at UFC 285 . He won the bout and earned the title via a guillotine choke submission in the first round. After the fight, Jones earned the Performance of the Night bonus award. Jones was scheduled to defend his title against former two-time heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic on November 11, 2023, at UFC 295 . However, Jones was forced to pull out due to injury after tearing
2408-407: The youngest ever UFC champion. After an early flying knee that badly hurt the champion, Shogun was dominated throughout the three rounds. A body shot and knee to the head dropped the champion to his knees, causing the referee to step in and halt the match. Jones's first title defense was expected to be on August 6, 2011, at UFC 133 against Rashad Evans , his former friend and teammate, but Jones
2464-509: Was announced that Jones had been suspended for one year by USADA, retroactive to July 7. Two days later, it was announced that Jones had been stripped of his interim title, making him the first fighter in UFC history to be stripped of a title twice. On December 15, Jones was also suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) for one year. While on the sidelines, Jones fought retired MMA veteran Dan Henderson in
2520-434: Was announced that Jones would return at UFC 232 on December 29, 2018, in a rematch with Alexander Gustafsson for the vacant UFC Light Heavyweight Championship . Jones defeated Gustafsson by technical knockout in the third round to win the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. In the first defense of his second championship reign, Jones faced Anthony Smith on March 2, 2019, in the main event at UFC 235 . Jones dominated
2576-514: Was collected after weigh-ins July 28. He tested positive for Turinabol , an anabolic steroid . Jones was placed on a provisional suspension as a result. On September 13, USADA confirmed that both the "A" and "B" sample of Jones's tested positive for Turinabol. As a result, the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) officially overturned the result of the fight to a no contest . Subsequently, UFC President Dana White made
2632-410: Was criticized by UFC president Dana White, who said, "This is one of the most selfish, disgusting decisions that doesn't just affect you. This is affecting 16 other lives, their families, kids are going back to school. The list goes on and on of all the things, the money that was spent for fighters to train and the list goes on and on. Like I said, I don't think this is going to make Jon Jones popular with
2688-416: Was expected to take place at UFC 151 , but Henderson pulled out of the bout due to injuries. Jones then refused a late replacement fight with Chael Sonnen after his coach Greg Jackson told him with three training days left, it would be difficult to prepare. UFC 151 was then subsequently canceled, the first cancelation in the company's 19-year history. Jones's decision to decline the fight against Sonnen
2744-418: Was going to happen that easy. Jones is the real deal and he just catapulted himself tonight into the top eight in the world. Tonight solidified it. ... He's got to keep his head together, stay focused and keep doing all the right things in training. He's smart, good looking and bad-ass. He's going to make a lot of money—this kid is going to do very well." After defeating Matyushenko, Jones stated that he wanted
2800-509: Was involved in several controversies and lost his title three times as a result of disciplinary action. He was first stripped of his title and removed from the official rankings by the UFC in 2015 after he was arrested on felony hit-and-run charges. His subsequent returns to the UFC in 2016 and 2017 saw him emerge victorious in title bouts against Ovince Saint Preux and Daniel Cormier , but were both cut short by Jones testing positive for banned substances and receiving further suspensions, with
2856-561: Was not contacted prior to the announcement, rejected the fight due to the lack of time to train before the bout. Jones, instead, defended the championship against Vitor Belfort on September 22, 2012, at UFC 152 . Jones opened as a massive favorite (13-to-1) coming into the bout. "it was not the finish that's the story of this evening. It's the refusal to be finished." —Jeff Wagenheim on Jones' submission victory over Vitor Belfort at UFC 152 Despite almost being submitted via armbar in round one, Jones successfully defended
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#17328478816812912-562: Was previously the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion from 2011 to 2015 and from 2018 to 2020, as well as the interim UFC Light Heavyweight Champion in 2016. As of November 19, 2024, he is #2 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound rankings . He is regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. Jones became the youngest champion in UFC history with his title victory over Maurício Rua at age 23. He holds many UFC records in
2968-469: Was revealed that title contender and Jones's training partner Rashad Evans had sustained a knee injury in training, and would not be able to compete in his scheduled match with UFC light heavyweight champion Maurício "Shogun" Rua . Jones was told by Joe Rogan in the post-fight interview that he would replace Evans in the fight for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship . On March 19, 2011, at UFC 128 , Jones defeated Rua by TKO at 2:37 of Round 3, becoming
3024-465: Was sidelined with a hand injury. It was initially announced that the hand injury would require surgery, but Jones opted for rest and rehabilitation without surgery after further consultations with doctors. Jones's injury was originally thought to keep him out of action until late 2011, but he instead made his first title defense against Quinton Jackson on September 24, 2011, at UFC 135 . Jones defeated Jackson via rear naked choke submission at 1:14 in
3080-410: Was still attempting to have the result overturned to a no contest by the Nevada State Athletic Commission . Jones fought Brandon Vera on March 21, 2010, at UFC Live: Vera vs. Jones . He won the fight by TKO after an elbow to Vera's face followed up with various punches in the first round. The elbow delivered to stop the fight also broke Vera's face in three places. Jones also won the "Knockout of
3136-621: Was targeting a fight with heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou , who according to White, wanted " Deontay Wilder money", referring to Wilder's reported $ 25–30 million earnings in his rematch with Tyson Fury held in February 2020. On August 15, 2020, Jones announced on social media that he would be relinquishing the Light Heavyweight Championship, as well expressing his desire to move up to heavyweight. After over three years removed from his last bout, Jones faced Ciryl Gane for
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