Mauricio “Shogun” Rua images

Mauricio “Shogun” Rua
In finding himself elevated to a championship contender, the 23-year-old Jones leaves prospect status behind barely three years after his first professional fight. The import isn't lost on him -- he dropped to his knees after learning of the title shot.
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua
"What I liked about Shogun is that he won a Pride championship when he was 23," Jones said. "That inspires me to be the best man I can be at 23. It shows me that it's very possible."
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua