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Dana White reacts to Jon Jones saying UFC 309 is his final fight: "We’ll go from there"
Cole Shelton - September 19, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has opened up following the news that heavyweight champion Jon Jones said his UFC 309 fight against Stipe Miocic will be his last. The UFC officially announced that Jones will be defending his heavyweight title on November 16 against Stipe Miocic in an intriguing bout. However, while attending UFC 306 on Saturday, ‘Bones’ said this fight is likely his last.
UFC 309: ‘Jones vs. Miocic’ Fight Card and Start Times
Cole Shelton - September 19, 2024
The UFC heads back to Madison Square Garden for their annual November date for a solid UFC 309 card that sees the heavyweight title up for grabs. Event: UFC 309: Jones vs Miocic Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024 Location: Madison Square Garden (New York City, New York) Broadcast: Pay-per-view & ESPN+ (10 p.m. main card, 6 p.m. prelims)
Chael Sonnen believes Jon Jones is lying about UFC 309 fight being his last: "He did not mean it!"
Josh Evanoff - September 18, 2024
Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is serious about retirement. Earlier this week, ‘Bones’ announced his return to the cage. In the main event of UFC 309 in November at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Jon Jones will face former champion Stipe Miocic. For his part, the latter hasn’t competed since a second-round knockout loss to Francis Ngannou in early 2021.
Dana White confirms Tom Aspinall will be the backup for Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic at UFC 309
Harry Kettle - September 18, 2024
UFC president Dana White has confirmed that Tom Aspinall will serve as the backup fighter for Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. As we know, Jon Jones will defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. In the eyes of many, though, the true number one contender is Tom Aspinall. The Englishman has worked incredibly hard to get to the top of the mountain, but unfortunately, the promotion is pushing forward with plans for Jones to battle Miocic.
Tom Aspinall reacts to Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight announcement: "Give me my undisputed title"
Josh Evanoff - September 16, 2024
Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is ready to fight Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. The British fighter has been out of the cage since his first title defense in Manchester earlier this summer. In the co-main event of UFC 304, Tom Aspinall faced Curtis Blaydes, handing ‘Razor’ a first-round knockout defeat. Following the victory, the interim heavyweight champion called for a bout with Jon Jones.
Jon Jones reveals UFC 309 is "going to be the last time" he fights
Cole Shelton - September 16, 2024
Jon Jones says he will be making the walk to the Octagon for the final time at UFC 309. Jones is set to headline the pay-per-view card on November 16 at Madison Square Garden as he defends his heavyweight title for the first time against Stipe Miocic. Before the fight was made, there were rumors it would be the final fight for both Jones and Miocic.
Alex Pereira plans to train with Jon Jones ahead of his Octagon return at UFC 309: “I want to grab his experience”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 16, 2024
Forget a super fight, Alex Pereira wants to train with Jon Jones. The stars were out for UFC 306 inside the Sphere in Las Vegas this past Saturday night. UFC heavyweight champion Jones and light heavyweight titleholder Pereira were both in attendance and got a chance to link up.
Dana White reacts to footage of Jon Jones hanging out with Ryan Garcia at UFC 306
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 16, 2024
Dana White had a priceless reaction to Jon Jones hanging out with Ryan Garcia in Las Vegas. UFC 306 took place at the Sphere this past Saturday, and Jones was in attendance. It was revealed that “Bones” will put his UFC Heavyweight Championship on the line against Stipe Miocic in the main event of UFC 309 inside Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 16th.
Tom Aspinall admits revamped Jon Jones attacks are meant to "Test his ego"
Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2024
There’s a calculated method to the madness behind interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall’s recent online banter with Jon Jones. Aspinall is fresh off a dominant interim title defense against Curtis Blaydes in their UFC 304 rematch. Just seconds into the fight, Aspinall floored Blaydes and won the fight by knockout.
Jon Jones reacts to Dana White's MMA 'Mount Rushmore' list
Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones lauded CEO Dana White for his inclusion on the UFC headman’s MMA ‘Mount Rushmore’ list. Jones is expected to face former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic in November. He hasn’t competed since winning the then-vacant heavyweight belt over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285.
Bellator champion Usman Nurmagomedov picks Islam Makhachev over Jon Jones in UFC pound-for-pound debate
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 6, 2024
Usman Nurmagomedov has weighed in on the pound-for-pound debate. At the top of the official UFC pound-for-pound rankings currently is UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. UFC light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira has the number two spot, while Jon Jones sits at number three.
MMA coach Javier Mendez compares Jon Jones to Lance Armstrong
Harry Kettle - September 4, 2024
MMA coach Javier Mendez has compared Jon Jones’ greatest of all time status to disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong. In recent months, there’s been a lot of talk surrounding the future of Jon Jones. In fact, there’s also been a lot of talk about his past and present. The former light heavyweight king is currently the heavyweight champion, and many consider him to be the GOAT. However, others feel as if the UFC – and Dana White – are trying too hard to paint that picture.
Video | Dana White releases Jon Jones ‘The GOAT’ promo amidst pound-for-pound debate
Harry Kettle - September 4, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White continues to make the case for Jon Jones being the pound-for-pound best fighter in the sport. Later this year, Jon Jones will likely defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic. It’s a true legacy fight for both men, with Jon being seen as the GOAT and Stipe being seen as the heavyweight GOAT. Of course, a lot of fans and pundits aren’t happy about it.
Demetrious Johnson explains why Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic doesn’t even need to be for a belt: “That’s a legend fight”
Harry Kettle - September 3, 2024
UFC legend Demetrious Johnson has explained why Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic doesn’t even need to be for a championship. As we know, ‘Bones’ will defend his UFC heavyweight title later this year. He will likely go up against Stipe Miocic, even though the majority of fans and pundits believe it should be Tom Aspinall that he battles. Alas, it doesn’t seem like the promotion is going to budge on that.
Chael Sonnen says Tom Aspinall could suffer a Ronda Rousey-esque collapse against Jon Jones
Curtis Calhoun - September 2, 2024
Chael Sonnen thinks if Tom Aspinall gets put into a ‘long game’ scenario against Jon Jones, it’ll lead to his undoing, similar to that of UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey. Aspinall defended the UFC interim heavyweight title by knocking out Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. A showdown against the Jones vs. Stipe Miocic winner is likely next for Aspinall unless he wants to remain active and defend the belt again.
Jake Paul believes Jon Jones should demand $25 million to fight Tom Aspinall: "Jon Jones doesn't dodge anyone"
Josh Evanoff - August 30, 2024
Jake Paul has some advice for UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones on navigating negotiations with Tom Aspinall. ‘Bones’ hasn’t competed since a first-round submission win over Ciryl Gane last March at UFC 285. That victory was Jon Jones’s first up at heavyweight and saw him claim the title that Francis Ngannou left vacant. Post-fight, the champion was booked opposite Stipe Miocic for November at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
UFC star Tom Aspinall hits back at Jon Jones as rivalry intensifies
Harry Kettle - August 30, 2024
UFC heavyweight champions Tom Aspinall and Jon Jones continue to tease a future showdown with one another. In case you’ve been living under a rock, Tom Aspinall is pretty annoyed. The interim UFC heavyweight champion is sick and tired of waiting for his shot at the undisputed crown. Jon Jones, meanwhile, continues to push ahead with plans for taking on Stipe Miocic in November.
Daniel Cormier points out how Jon Jones' vulgar comments towards Tom Aspinall may secure HW fight
Curtis Calhoun - August 29, 2024
UFC analyst Daniel Cormier feels Tom Aspinall’s trash-talking tactics towards Jon Jones are working after the latter’s vulgar comments on social media. Jones is expected to face Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in November, although nothing has been formally announced by the promotion. He hasn’t fought since earning the then-vacant heavyweight title at UFC 285.