Jon Jones Faces Stipe Miocic at UFC 309

Ahead of UFC 309, Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic faced off for the first time, with Jones refusing a handshake, stating that 'respect is out the window'. The tension was palpable as Jones dealt with chants for interim champ Tom Aspinall from the New York crowd, revealing his frustrations regarding potential future opponents. Jones has made clear his intent to focus on 'superfights' rather than a unification bout with Aspinall, despite UFC president Dana White's insistence that the winner should face Aspinall next. Additionally, Jones recently left an interview before it started, expressing his reluctance to discuss Aspinall, further indicating his desire to concentrate solely on the fight with Miocic. Meanwhile, fans are divided, with some criticizing Jones for seemingly avoiding questions about Aspinall. As the fight approaches, both the rivalry and pressure surrounding Jones continue to intensify.