Bo Nickal is one of the biggest rising prospects in the world of MMA. The former three-time NCAA champion has an incredible wrestling background and fan following. As such the UFC has been actively pushing the fighter in the promotion. Going further, Nickal has some big plans to fight at the Jon Jones’ fight card.
Bo Nickal’s last fight was at UFC 300 where the fighter continued his undefeated run in the promotion. He defeated Cody Brundage via a second-round rear-naked submission. Now the fighter wants to get back in action and the Madison Square Garden is his potential choice. The fighter recently took to his Instagram story and announced that he will be fighting at UFC 309 on November 9th.
In his last fight, Nickal was unsatisfied with his fight and mentioned that he plans to fight tougher opponents. Recently, the fighter called out Russian phenom Sharaputdin Magomedov for about. Despite the hype behind him, Nickal is currently unranked in the middleweight division and is eager to move up. On the other hand, it won’t be the first time Nickal will be back in the MSG.
The Garden hosted the 2016 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships when a young Bo Nickal advanced to the 174-pound finals before losing to Myles Martin for the gold medal. UFC 309 is currently rumored to be headlined by Jon Jones for his heavyweight title defense against Stipe Miocic. Irrespective of any official news, the champion has previously announced the fight on his social media platforms.
Stipe Miocic doesn’t think he’s holding the UFC heavyweight division for his title fight with Jon Jones
Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic were scheduled to fight at UFC 295. Unfortunately, Bones had to withdraw from the battle due to a pectoral ailment. Now it appears that both competitors are prepared to compete in their highly awaited legacy battle. However, all of this delay has sparked widespread criticism from other heavyweights and fans.
Stipe Miocic talks about fighting Jon Jones (via X)
UFC interim champion Tom Aspinall even accused Jon Jones of not fighting him and holding the division. Recently, in an interview with CBS Sports, Miocic agreed with Aspinall’s sentiments but blamed the promotion for all the mess.
I get it. I’d feel the same way but I’m not taking anything away from him. The UFC can do what they want. It is what it is. There’s only one guy I want to fight, it’s Jon Jones. But at the same time, the UFC can pick who they want. What am I supposed to do? I’m not holding up the division like everyone says. I don’t care.
Stipe Miocic on CBS Sports
Stipe Miocic does not believe he is holding up the UFC heavyweight division by waiting for the Jon Jones fight targeted for November.
“I’m not holding up any division like everyone says. I don’t care..Do what you want and stop crying.” 😢 @stipemiocic
Thoughts 💭 #UFC #MMA… pic.twitter.com/dSazDPpcnR
— MMA UNCENSORED (@MMAUNCENSORED1) July 6, 2024
Jones denied Tom Aspinall a title opportunity revealing the British fighter’s lack of popularity. He doubled down on his statements after showing interest in fighting the much-popular Alex Pereira in a heavyweight clash. On the other hand, all this prolonged inactivity has cost Jones his pound-for-pound position. Nevertheless, fans are now quite positive to see the fighter back in action in November.
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