The UFC introduced its new “Golden Gloves” in June, debuting them at UFC 302. These gloves, designed to distinguish title fight competitors, are only used in championship bouts. However, fans won’t see the Golden Gloves at the upcoming UFC 309, where a title fight headlines the main event. Instead, standard gloves will be used. Jon Jones has reacted to this last-minute glove change for UFC 309.
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones will defend his title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. The organization recently announced that fighters competing at Madison Square Garden in New York will wear the classic gloves instead of the new model introduced at UFC 302. On media day, Jones talked about the sudden change.
“They are very uncomfortable. They are a lot smaller than the old gloves. The curve just feels funny. Hunter called me and said that he was going to put everyone on the card back in the original gloves, and I was just so grateful,” he said.
It’s not just ‘Bones’ that criticizes the new gloves. UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev points out that the gloves are stiffer and could lead to more cuts during fights. While Jones isn’t thrilled with the gloves, he is pleased with his new shorts.
Jon Jones Reacts To His Custom Fight Shorts For UFC 309
There’s been a lot of excitement around UFC 309, with heavyweight legend Jon Jones returning to the Octagon after almost a year. However, Jones is set to defend his title against Miocic in his upcoming fight at UFC 309. Recently, Jones received his custom fight shorts from Venum, UFC’s official outfitter, and couldn’t contain his excitement.
“That’s really cool. That’s really, really cool. I’m so excited to [wear] there. The lion. It’s got my favorite bible verse. It’s got the cross. The last name. Let’s go. I’m probably gonna wear them to sleep tonight, not gonna lie,” he expressed his joy holding the shorts.
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With UFC 309 just days away, fans are buzzing with anticipation for the heavyweight showdown. Former two-time champion Stipe Miocic is aiming to claim the title for a third time, while Jones looks to defend his crown. With so much hype, fans can expect a night full of excitement.
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