The highly anticipated showdown between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic is just a few months away. The two heavyweight beasts are set to headline UFC 295 this November at Madison Square Garden in New York City. This fight will see Jones defend his UFC heavyweight title for the first time since capturing it with a decisive victory last year over Ciryl Gane. Therefore, former champion Stipe Miocic has gone the extra mile for this fight.
Stipe Miocic is widely regarded as the greatest UFC heavyweight of all time. He has been away from the octagon since his 2021 title loss to Francis Ngannou. Despite being 41 years old, Miocic remains motivated to reclaim his title and cement his legacy. He recently uploaded a picture on his social media, revealing his physique before the oncoming showdown against the heavyweight champion.
Train like a beast, look like a beauty.
Stipe Miocic on X
Miocic holds the record of the most successful title defenses in UFC heavyweight history. His background as a former Golden Gloves boxing champion and NCAA Division I wrestler makes him a formidable opponent for Jones. On the other hand, Jon Jones is often hailed as one of the greatest fighters in MMA history. He has held the UFC light heavyweight title multiple times from 2011 to 2020.
This fight is not just a clash of two legendary fighters but also a battle that could redefine the legacies of both men. For Miocic, it is a chance to add one more monumental win to his illustrious career. Meanwhile, for Jones, it is an opportunity to cement his place as the greatest MMA fighter of all time.
Fans react to Stipe Miocic’s physique update ahead of upcoming fight with Jon Jones
Former heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic’s physique update in his forties caught the attention of fans on social media. People flocked to the comment section to share their reactions to the picture. Here are some of the reactions from X:
Stipe bro you have the chance to do something really funny. I think you know what i mean lol
— *Gamechanger* (@Gamechanger0510) August 12, 2024
I really hope you smash that cheating peace of shit.
— Jorge 💎 (@jt57907652097) August 12, 2024
Looking great for a 68 year old, champ!
— Obi-Jon Kenobi (@TinCanJon) August 12, 2024
Looking forward to seeing 🐐 vs 🐐. Aspinal can sit and wait. Tell him he gets a shot when you tell him he gets a shot.
— Franklin (@aurelius500) August 12, 2024
Stipe, I pray you got gas left in the tank because I’ve been in your camp since day one. I know father time takes no prisoners in the world of MMA, but for the love of God, please shut Jon Jones the fuck up.. and then retire as the GOAT.
— Patrick McNamara (@TwistedFocus99) August 12, 2024
Jon Jones vs Stipe fight gonna be something to remember
— King (@King_Paperhands) August 12, 2024
Looks more like washed up to me
— Primetime (@TheAlphaRock1) August 12, 2024
How much 🫰 to back out last minute?
— UPFRONT MMA (@upfrontmma) August 13, 2024
Different fans had different reactions to the post. Many congratulated the forty-year-old former champion for being in incredible shape. Others expressed anticipation for the oncoming fight with Jon Jones. One user wrote that the much anticipated showdown in the heavyweight division would be a clash worth remembering. Another trolled Miocic for his caption while one user asked the former champion how much money he would get to back out last minute. It will be interesting to see what happens
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