Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones
Stipe Miocic adamant he's 'not holding up any division like everyone says' by waiting for Jon Jones fight
Stipe Miocic wants what he wants, and that’s all that matters to him – Tom Aspinall and UFC fans be damned. A fight between Miocic and UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has been talked about ever since it first got booked and subsequently fell apart last October after Jones suffered a torn pectoral muscle just weeks before they were set to headline UFC 295 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Jon Jones Reveals Date and Opponent For UFC Return
Though the UFC has not confirmed this fight at all, Jones apparently let it slip that he will be returning to action in November against Miocic. Jones has long stated that he wanted to make up his fight with Miocic, even pushing aside other challengers like current interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall.
Stipe Miocic says he's not holding up heavyweight division for Jon Jones bout, sympathizes with Tom Aspinall
It's been over a year since UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic was first announced at International Fight Week 2023. The legendary champions target a November date in New York City, one full year after their previous Madison Square Garden headliner was canceled.
UFC Legend Jon Jones Offers Date for Return Fight: ‘It’s Really Happening'
While not official, UFC 309 is rumored to take place on Nov. 9 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. It'd be a home game of sorts for Jones, who was born in Rochester, NY, later moving to Albuquerque to become one of the best fighters we've ever seen grace the UFC Octagon.
Stipe Miocic claims Jon Jones is ‘Beatable’ ahead of UFC 309 title fight: ‘I will be the first to do it’
Stipe Miocic is sick of fans claiming Jon Jones will walk over him, claiming the latter is "beatable" ahead of UFC 309.
Jon Jones confirms date and venue for UFC comeback against Stipe Miocic after lengthy injury battle
The legendary former light-heavyweight champion moved up to 265lb last year and quickly defeated Ciryl Gane to win the belt, which had been vacated by Francis Ngannou. From there, he was due to face Stipe Miocic at Madison Square Garden, before being forced out with a torn pec.
UFC News: Stipe Miocic Denies ‘Holding Up’ Heavyweight Division with Jon Jones Fight
Arguably the greatest heavyweight of all time, former champ Miocic was booked for an immediate title shot against Jones at UFC 295 last November. However, weeks out from the main event, Jones had to withdraw with a torn pec he suffered in a training session gone wrong.
Jon Jones announces date for UFC return against Stipe Miocic: “It’s really happening”
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has revealed that he will be making his highly-anticipated return against Stipe Miocic this fall.
Video – Jon Jones shows off huge physique in new training footage ahead of fight return at UFC 309
However, recovering from his injury setback following a surgical procedure, Rochester native Jones has confirmed he is plotting a return at UFC 309 later this year in New York, remaining steadfast on a clash with the above-mentioned, Miocic.
Dana White Holds A 12-Year Grudge Against Jon Jones And His Coaches
UFC CEO Dana White praises UFC 303 fighters while recalling the time he called Jon Jones' coach a "sport-killer" after the cancelation of UFC 151.
Jon Jones Says Next UFC Fight Is Nov. 9 in New York's MSG amid Stipe Miocic Rumors
Jon Jones' return to the Octagon has an official date. The reigning UFC heavyweight champion said he's set to return for Nov. 9's pay-per-view at
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