Legendary former light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones, who had been sidelined due to injury, is set to defend his UFC heavyweight championship for the first time after being out of the octagon for over a year. Now medically cleared, Jones, who was due to face Stipe Miocic at Madison Square Garden before sustaining an injury, has confirmed his comeback at the same venue against the same opponent.
Although the UFC has yet to make an official announcement, Jones has already named the date for his next fight. His recent training drills hinting at a November return have impressed MMA fans.
Jon Jones’ Training Drill Revealed
Now fully healed, Jon Jones is training for his comeback. In a training video, Jones lifts 525 lbs in a squat, impressing fans. One fan reacted by calling him a “Beast GOAT.”
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Many fans are concerned about Jon Jones’s recent return to heavy-weight training after recovering from a torn pec, worried it could lead to another injury. However, as a professional athlete training under professional coaches, the chances of injury are likely lower. Fans are eager to see their favorite fighter back in the Octagon as soon as possible.
Jon Jones has announced an official return date for his next fight. In an Instagram interaction with fans, Jones revealed he has a comeback fight booked and provided a countdown that indicates the fight will take place on November 9, 2024.
Jones has not competed since winning the heavyweight title by first-round submission over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 in March 2023. Fans eagerly waiting seeing Jones back in action at the same iconic venue a year later.
