Jon Jones is set to defend his UFC heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic in the main event of UFC 309 tonight, finally facing off after a year’s delay. The original bout was postponed due to Jones’ torn pectoral muscle, but now, at 37, he returns to Madison Square Garden. His opponent, Miocic, 42, is making a comeback after nearly four years away, following a knockout loss in his last fight.
Meanwhile, Tom Aspinall’s rise has added intrigue. He became the interim champion after defeating Sergei Pavlovich when the Jones-Miocic fight was postponed. With Aspinall successfully defending the interim title, fans now view him as a legitimate contender. With both Jones and Miocic hinting at retirement, the future of the heavyweight division could pivot, positioning Aspinall as the next rightful champion. Tonight’s fight will not only determine the current titleholder but potentially set the stage for the division’s future.
