Jon Jones is expected to make his comeback to the Octagon at the end of the year in a blockbuster headliner at UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden. He revealed that he currently weighs 260lbs ahead of his clash with veteran ex-champion, Stipe Miocic.
Jones, a former two-time light heavyweight champion and a current heavyweight titleholder, has been out of action for over 500 days since his most recent return to the UFC, without a fight since March of last year.
Sidelined through injury setbacks, Rochester native Jon Jones most recently snatched the then-vacant heavyweight crown in a dominant opening round guillotine choke submission win over former interim champion, Ciryl Gane.
Jones is currently awaiting a bench trial after he was charged with two misdemeanors amid an alleged incident with a drug-testing agent at his residence back in March. He has since pleaded not guilty to charges of assault and interfering with communications.
Jon Jones reveals massive weight ahead of UFC 309
Jon Jones previewed his comeback fight against Miocic, revealing his weight of 260lbs as he continues training for his return to combat sports. This will be his first fight in ‘The Big Apple’ for the New York native.
Jon Jones shared his excitement for the fight on his official X account, expressing his readiness for the challenge and his determination to become the beast in the upcoming weeks.
Randy Couture issued a stark warning to Jon Jones ahead of his fight with Miocic, suggesting that Miocic has the best chance among other competitors of beating Jones at UFC 309.
Who do you think will win at UFC 309: Jon Jones or Stipe Miocic?
