Jon Jones Takes on Stipe Miocic at Madison Square Garden later this year.
After a three-year absence, Jon Jones made a remarkable comeback, claiming the heavyweight title from Cyril Gane. Now, he is set to defend his hard-earned championship against Stipe Miocic at UFC 295.
Following his victory over Gane, Jones wasted no time in calling out Miocic, and the long-awaited fight is finally becoming a reality. Just moments before the UFC 290 weigh-in ceremony, a video from Dana White, the president of UFC, has been released, further intensifying the excitement surrounding this epic clash between Jones and Miocic.
In the video UFC president Dana white confirmed Jon Jones face stipe Miocic at UFC 295 later this year in Madison Square Garden.
Watch White announcement below :
Stipe Miocic, the former UFC heavyweight champion, has been absent from the octagon for nearly two and a half years. His last fight ended in a devastating second-round knockout at the hands of Francis Ngannou.
However, Miocic, hailing from Ohio, aims to draw upon his wealth of experience and unwavering toughness as he sets his sights on reclaiming the heavyweight crown.
“Dana White Declares Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic as a Battle for Legacy”
during the official announcement video Dana White stated that both fighter want this fight for their legacies:
“This is the fight Jon Jones wanted. This is the fight Stipe wanted. Its a legacy fight for both of these guys. Its official, it’s done , make your plan now, and i will see you at the fights”
