Jon Jones reaffirmed his claim as the greatest mixed martial artist of all time with a jaw-dropping victory over Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in Madison Square Garden. The 37-year-old heavyweight champion finished the fight in the third round with a spinning back-kick to the body, leaving Miocic crumpled on the canvas clutching his ribs. Jones dominated the bout, expertly neutralizing Miocic’s boxing and showcasing his signature creativity, with the decisive body shot underscoring his technical brilliance.
The fight saw Jones in full control from the outset, taking Miocic down in the first round with a well-executed trip before landing a flurry of elbows. Miocic, hesitant to engage at close range to avoid another takedown, struggled to manage the distance as Jones attacked his body with precision strikes. Though Miocic found brief success in the third round, Jones quickly adjusted, landing clean punches before ending the fight with his spectacular spinning kick. Post-victory, Jones celebrated with a mimicry of Donald Trump’s signature dance, delighting the crowd that included the former president.
The event marked the end of an era as 42-year-old Miocic announced his retirement following the loss. In the co-main event, Charles Oliveira earned a unanimous decision victory over Michael Chandler, reigniting his lightweight title aspirations. The Brazilian fighter’s performance was a step toward reclaiming the belt he lost due to a weight mishap in2022.
