JON JONES has upped the ante ahead of his comeback clash with Stipe Miocic with a chilling vow.
The fan favourite returns from an 18-month layoff in the main event of UFC 309 early on Sunday morning to make his first defence of the heavyweight title.
GETTYJon Jones defends his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 this weekend[/caption]
Former champ Miocic has drawn the ire of Jones for branding him a “b***h”Getty
Jones has vowed to brutally make Miocic pay for his wordsGETTY
The build-up to the Madison Square Garden melee, which was initially set to take place last November, had been cordial until Miocic branded former pound-for-pound king Jones a “b***h”.
Hall of Famer Jones has taken umbrage to the taunt and vowed to make the former two-time heavyweight champion eat his words.
In an Instagram video of himself watching the UFC 309 countdown, Jones said: “See the disrespect in you calling me a b***h, Stipe.
“The disrespect didn’t have to happen. You’re gonna wish you didn’t say that.”
He later added: “Hiring black fighters to mimic me will not help you Stipe.
“And you shouldn’t have called me a b***h, the disrespect wasn’t necessary. Let’s play.”
UFC 309 will be the MMA leader’s first pay-per-view card since the abolition of the 12-6 elbow came into effect.
Jones’ only career loss came courtesy of a disqualification following his use of the strike as he brutalised Matt Hammil in December 2009.
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How to Watch UFC 309
The UFC makes it’s annual visit to New York City on November 16 for another blockbuster pay-per-view card.
UFC 309 will take place at the iconic Madison Square Garden, which provided some unforgettable moments since mixed martial arts was legalised in New York state in 2016.
Topping the bill at the ‘World’s Most Famous Arena’ is the eagerly-anticipated heavyweight title fight between champion Jon Jones and former titleholder Stipe Miocic.
And in the co-main event of the evening, Michael Chandler will throw down with former lightweight champion and fellow fan favourite Charles Oliveira.
UFC 309 is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated cards of what has been another massive year for MMA’s top promotion.
And fans in the UK and Ireland can watch all the action from what promises to be an incredible night at MSG live on TNT Sports Box Office.
The penultimate pay-per-view card of the year will be available to purchase for a mere £19.99.
UFC 309 will also be available to buy on Discovery+, EE TV, Prime Video, Virgin Media TV and Sky Sports.
And fight fans don’t need to subscribe to TNT Sports to buy the star-studded event.
Watch UFC 309: Jones v Miocic exclusively live on TNT Sports Box Office from 1am on Saturday 16 November.
For more info visit: tntsports.co.uk/boxoffice
And the 37-year-old is looking to batter Miocic with the elbow now that it’s no longer illegal.
When asked about the rule being overturned, he told Kevin Iole: “It just makes me wish that disqualification was overturned.
“That’s the biggest feeling that I have once I learned that rule is no more.
“On the other hand, I accept the move more than ever, now.
“I’ve been training extensively on different 12-6 elbow attacks.
“It’s funny because it’s been such a big no-no move, so you train yourself not to go there.
“And now to be able to use that strike, I mean it’s a very damaging strike.
“It just opens up so many more options both on the feet and [on the ground].
“I’m excited to hopefully be the first UFC athlete to legally display it at Madison Square Garden.”
Watch UFC 309: Jones v Miocic exclusively live on TNT Sports Box Office from 1am on Saturday 16 November.
For more info visit: tntsports.co.uk/boxoffice.
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