Jon Jones didn’t hold back after Stipe Miocic’s bold words ahead of their highly anticipated clash at UFC 309. Miocic recently fired up the rivalry when he said “Bring it on, b**ch!”, in a recent UFC 309 countdown video. This sparked a heated response from the UFC heavyweight champion.
Sharing his response via an Instagram video, Jones said:
“See the disrespect, you calling me a b**ch, Stipe. The disrespect didn’t have to happen. You’re gonna wish you didn’t say that.”
Jon Jones sends a message to Stipe Miocic after he called him a “b*tch”
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) November 11, 2024
“The disrespect didn’t have to happen. You’re gonna wish you didn’t say that.” 😳🍿
🎥 IG / @JonnyBones #UFC309 #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/6jsXviO5Uy
The heavyweight champ wasn’t done there, making it clear in a separate social media post on his X handle, writing:
“Hiring black fighters to mimic me will not help you Stipe. And you shouldn’t have called me a b**ch, the disrespect wasn’t necessary. Let’s play.”
Jon Jones calls out Stipe Miocic for calling him a b*tch 🍿😳
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) November 11, 2024
"The disrespect wasn't necessary. Let's play."#UFC #MMA #UFC309 pic.twitter.com/1GZ8CTroOg
The exchange has only added fuel to the hype surrounding UFC 309. With Jon Jones defending his title against Miocic, fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be a thrilling heavyweight battle that now carries a personal edge.