UFC 309, headlined by the highly anticipated bout between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, took place on November 16, 2024. This event marked a significant moment in mixed martial arts (MMA) history as Jones defended his heavyweight title against former champion Miocic. The main card featured additional compelling matchups, including a rematch between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler, along with bouts involving Bo Nickal versus Paul Craig and Viviane Araujo against Karine Silva .
Miocic. While “Bones” suggested he was planning to stick around and see what direction the UFC brass wanted to take going forward, Miocic announced his retirement, wrapping up an outstanding career that will no doubt include a spot in the UFC Hall of Fame in the near future.
How to Watch UFC 309: Jones vs. Miocic Prelims
Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM EST (Prelims)
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The final shot was a spinning back kick to Miocic's midsection that sent him to his knees. It was a brutal climax to a one-sided fight. According to UFC Stats, Miocic landed 42 strikes -- none of which was particularly memorable -- to 104 by Jones. Jones' defense was superb all night, and he made Miocic pay with counterpunches and knees in the clinch.
"He's really, really good," Jones said of Miocic. "He's tough, durable. I hit him with some decent shots, and he kept coming forward. Everyone knows Stipe isn't the biggest heavyweight. He comes lean, in great shape. I watched him have wars with Daniel Cormier and a lot of guys, and they were rock 'em, sock 'em. He doesn't react much to getting hit in the face, so our plan was to get him in the body."
This event carries significant weight for both main event fighters. Jones (27-1, 1 NC) seeks to solidify his status as the greatest of all time with a successful title defense in the heavyweight division. Miocic (20-4), coming off a long layoff since losing the title in March 2021, aims to recapture championship glory and cement his legacy.
The co-main event rematch between Oliveira and Chandler adds another layer of excitement to the card. Their first encounter in May 2021 saw Oliveira claim the vacant lightweight title, and both fighters will be looking to make a statement in this five-round non-title bout.
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