Jon Jones UFC 309: Responds to Stipe Miocic Calling Him a “B*tch” Ahead of Title Defence
Jon Jones is gearing up for his UFC 309 title defence against Stipe Miocic this weekend. The reigning heavyweight champion was not pleased when Miocic called him a “bitch” during a recent UFC Countdown program. The heated exchange has brought extra tension to an already highly anticipated fight.
Miocic’s remark, “Bring it on, b*tch,” was featured on the Countdown show and quickly caught Jones’ attention. Jones did not hesitate to respond on social media, expressing his frustration.
Jon Jones UFC 309: Miocic’s Insult Sparks Tension Ahead of Title Fight
“Hiring black fighters to mimic me will not help you, Stipe,” Jones wrote on Instagram. “And you shouldn’t have called me a bitch, the disrespect wasn’t necessary. Let’s play.”
Before this back-and-forth, the rivalry between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic had been relatively respectful. Jones has consistently praised Miocic, the record holder for the most successful heavyweight title defences in UFC history. Their fight at UFC 309 is now set to be much more personal due to Miocic’s comment.
The two were originally scheduled to fight at UFC 295 in December 2023, but a pectoral injury forced Jones to withdraw from the matchup. This side-lined the champion and added to the anticipation of their eventual showdown.
Jon Jones UFC 309: Why Miocic Is His Focus, Not Aspinall
Even with the interim title being won by Tom Aspinall during Jones’ absence, Jon Jones has kept his focus on Miocic, ignoring calls to fight Aspinall, who now holds the No. 1 spot in the heavyweight rankings. This has led to criticism from fans and some fighters, who accuse Jones of “ducking” the rising star.
In addition to his response to Miocic, Jones took to Twitter to address critics, including Magomed Ankalaev, who mocked him for avoiding Aspinall.
“Magomed, jealousy won’t earn you legend status, my friend,” Jones tweeted. “Train harder, hate less. Want to truly insult me? Break some of my records first. Let’s get started.”
Ankalaev’s Taunts and Jones’ Response to Critics
Ankalaev didn’t back down and posted a tweet mocking Jones’ past drug test failures. While Jones’ career boasts remarkable achievements, his past drug test failures have cast a shadow over his legacy. Despite the controversy, Jones remains confident in his abilities as he heads into UFC 309.
Jones’ focus is now fully on Miocic, as he prepares to defend his title at UFC 309. The two heavyweights are set to collide in what promises to be an unforgettable fight.
With UFC 309 just days away, all eyes are on Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. The two fighters will finally settle their differences inside the Octagon after months of build-up, with Jones looking to prove he is still the top heavyweight in the world. The tension between them has only added to the excitement surrounding the event.
Jones’ focus is clear as the countdown to UFC 309 continues. He aims to make a statement and silence his critics, including Miocic, while defending his title in front of a packed crowd at Madison Square Garden.
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