Heavyweight Showdown: Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic Headlines UFC 309 at MSG.
Ladies and gentlemen fight fans of all ages, the time has come! The main event of UFC 309 brings us a heavyweight championship matchup for the ages, as Jon “Bones” Jones (27-1-0) and Stipe Miocic (20-4-0) square off at the legendary Madison Square Garden this Saturday night.
With prelims starting as early as 6 p.m. ET and the main card at 10 p.m. ET on pay-per-view, this is the kind of fight night you plan your entire weekend around.
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How to Watch UFC 309: Jones vs. Miocic:
- Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
- Time: Main Card 10:00 PM ET
- Channel: ESPN+
- Stream: ESPN PPV (watch now)
The Tale of the Tape
Jon Jones (27-1-0): The Comeback King
After a three-year hiatus, Jones came roaring back in spectacular fashion at UFC 285, submitting Ciryl Gane in the first round to claim the heavyweight crown. Now, at 37 years old and fresh off a recovery from a torn pectoral muscle, “Bones” is ready to prove that he’s still the baddest man in the octagon.
Jones is a Swiss Army knife of a fighter, with pinpoint striking, elite grappling, and a knack for submissions that has left many an opponent tapping the canvas in frustration. Oh, and let’s not forget his 4.5-inch reach advantage over Miocic—one more tool in the arsenal of the most decorated fighter in UFC history.
Stipe Miocic (20-4-0): The Heavyweight GOAT
Don’t count out Stipe, though. The 41-year-old firefighter-by-day and punching machine-by-night is widely regarded as the greatest heavyweight in UFC history. Yes, he’s been out of action since a tough second-round KO loss to Francis Ngannou at UFC 260, but if anyone can rise to the occasion after a layoff, it’s Miocic.
Stipe’s strategy? Keep it standing and turn this fight into a brawl. With elite boxing and a knack for grinding out wins in wars of attrition, he’s more than capable of shocking the world.
WATCH: UFC 309: Jones vs. Miocic on ESPN+
Stat Attack: How Do They Stack Up?
- Reach Advantage: Jones (84.5″) vs. Miocic (80″)
- Significant Strikes Landed Per Minute: Virtually identical (Bones: 4.3 | Miocic: 4.2)
- Takedown Accuracy: Jones (45.36%) vs. Miocic (34.25%)
- Takedown Average: Jones (1.93 per 15 minutes) vs. Miocic (1.86)
- Submission Average: Jones leads with a 0.48 average
The numbers tell the story: Jones has the edge on the ground and in controlling the fight, while Miocic’s path to victory lies in keeping things upright and testing Jones’ chin in the pocket.
So, fight fans, whether you’re Team Bones or Team Stipe, one thing’s for sure—this is a heavyweight bout that will go down in UFC history. Grab your popcorn, settle in, and get ready for a night of fireworks at Madison Square Garden.
Main Card (10:00 PM EST on ESPN+ PPV)
- Jon Jones (-625) vs. Stipe Miocic (+450) – UFC Heavyweight Championship
- Charles Oliveira (-265) vs. Michael Chandler (+215) – Lightweight
- Bo Nickal (-1200) vs. Paul Craig (+750) – Middleweight
- Viviane Araujo (-265) vs. Karine Silva (+215) – Women’s Flyweight
- Mauricio Ruffy (-900) vs. James Llontop (+625) – Lightweight
WATCH: UFC 309: Jones vs. Miocic on ESPN+
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