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Curtis Blaydes believes Stipe Miocic can beat Jon Jones in summer UFC title fight: ‘I think he hits harder’

Curtis Blaydes is a UFC heavyweight who is looking forward to Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic battling later this year.

‘Bones’ Jones captured the UFC heavyweight title with a first-round …read more

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Curtis Blaydes believes Stipe Miocic can beat Jon Jones in summer UFC title fight: ‘I think he hits harder’

Curtis Blaydes is a UFC heavyweight who is looking forward to Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic battling later this year.

‘Bones’ Jones captured the UFC heavyweight title with a first-round …read more

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Junior dos Santos: Stipe Miocic Will Be Jon Jones’ Greatest Challenge at Heavyweight

Junior dos Santos knows Stipe Miocic well after having fought the former heavyweight king twice under the UFC banner. …read more

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Posted on March 21, 2023, 7:46 pm By
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‘Who’s He Trying To Hide From?’

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There was some concern earlier this week that a potential heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic would …read more

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Posted on March 18, 2023, 8:16 pm By
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Jones accuses Miocic of ducking him, thinks they won’t fight in July

Jon Jones fired the first salvo in the rhetoric leading up to a monster heavyweight title fight with Stipe Miocic. Even with three years out of the cage, any big …read more

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Stipe Miocic responds after heavyweight champion Jon Jones casts doubt on UFC 290 title fight: “See you in July”

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic has responded to Jon Jones. ‘Bones’ called out the former titleholder after submitting Ciryl Gane earlier this month at UFC 285. The victory handed …read more

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Jon Jones calls out Stipe Miocic for dodging him, casts doubt on UFC 290 fight, Miocic responds

Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic at UFC 290 may not be a lock, according to Jones.
The newly crowed UFC heavyweight champion on Thursday called out Miocic, accusing him of …read more

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Posted on March 16, 2023, 10:16 pm By
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Jon Jones to Stipe Miocic: ‘Stop wasting everyone’s time’

Jon Jones and UFC matchmakers are eying International Fight Week in July for Jones to face former two-time heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic, but that may be in jeopardy.

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Jon Jones calls out UFC rival Stipe Miocic, accuses him of avoiding fight: ‘Stop wasting everyone’s time’

Jon Jones called out Stipe Miocic on social media, telling the Ohio native to stop wasting everyone’s time.

Earlier this month, ‘Bones’ made his long-awaited return to the Octagon and made …read more

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Posted on March 16, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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Jon Jones casts doubt on July UFC heavyweight title fight, Stipe Miocic responds

Jon Jones isn’t sure he’ll be fighting Stipe Miocic anytime soon, but a response from the former champion could put his uncertainty to rest.
The UFC heavyweight champion, and arguably the …read more

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Posted on March 16, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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Jones Claims Miocic Trying To Bail On July Fight

Too good to be true?
Newly-crowned UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones was expected to make his first 265-pound title defense against former division champion Stipe Miocic atop the UFC 290 pay-per-view …read more

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Jon Jones casts doubt on Stipe Miocic fight happening at UFC 290 in July: “Bro it’s simple, either you believe in yourself or you don’t”

Jon Jones may not be fighting Stipe Miocic after all. Jones took to Twitter on Thursday to accuse Miocic of ducking him all last year and now revealed their fight …read more

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Sean Strickland offers to be Stipe Miocic’s ‘Punching bag’ for summer UFC fight with Jon Jones

UFC middleweight Sean Strickland is looking to help build the confidence of Stipe Miocic ahead of his showdown against Jon Jones.

Jon Jones vacated his light heavyweight throne in 2020 and …read more

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Morning Report: Sean Strickland blasts ‘mockery’ Jon Jones, invites Stipe Miocic to train in preparation

Sean Strickland is no fan of Jon Jones.
Earlier this month, UFC 285 saw a heavier returning “Bones” Jones step into the octagon for the first time in just over three …read more

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Dana White admits he “wouldn’t be shocked” if Jon Jones retires after facing Stipe Miocic

Dana White thinks Jon Jones could retire after he fights Stipe Miocic. Jones ended his three-year-long layoff at UFC 285 with a first-round submission win over Ciryl Gane to win …read more

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Dana White reveals Jon Jones may retire after potential Stipe Miocic fight at UFC 290: ‘I wouldn’t be shocked’

UFC president Dana White believes that Jon Jones may call it a career if he can get past Stipe Miocic.

Jon Jones is a former UFC light heavyweight world champion with …read more

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Jon Jones previews Stipe Miocic matchup ahead of potential UFC 290 fight: ‘This means the world to me’

Recently minted undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Jon Jones has claimed that a potential UFC 290 return to fight former two-tiem division champion, Stipe Miocic “means the world” to him, as …read more

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Posted on March 11, 2023, 5:46 pm By
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Jon Jones opens up on his upcoming title fight with Stipe Miocic: “There’s never been a fight that means more to me”

Jon Jones has given his thoughts on his upcoming UFC heavyweight title fight against Stipe Miocic. While it hasn’t quite been confirmed, Jon Jones is expected to defend his newly-won …read more

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Posted on March 11, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Jon Jones: Stipe Miocic an 'extremely important fight for both of our legacies'

For Jon Jones, facing Stipe Miocic might be the biggest fight of his career.
Newly crowned UFC heavyweight champion Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC) is expected to make his first title defense …read more

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Posted on March 10, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Jon Jones walks back UFC 290 return against Stipe Miocic in July: ‘That was kinda just sprung on me’

Recently minted undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Jon Jones has claimed that a return date at International Fight Week in July to face off with former division titleholder, Stipe MIocic was …read more

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Jon Jones huge betting favorite to defeat Stipe Miocic in expected UFC 290 championship battle

Off the back of his spectacular vacant heavyweight championship victory at UFC 285 last weekend, former light heavyweight kingpin, Jon Jones has opened as quite the massive betting favorite to …read more

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Posted on March 9, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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Heck of a Morning: Where does Ciryl Gane go after quick loss to Jon Jones at UFC 285?

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While Jon Jones’ heavyweight championship victory has stolen the headlines, and created a potential massive fight with Stipe Miocic later …read more

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Henry Cejudo reveals the “only way” Stipe Miocic can defeat Jon Jones at UFC 290: “Good luck with that”

Henry Cejudo has given his thoughts on Stipe Miocic’s best route to victory when he fights Jon Jones at UFC 290. While it hasn’t been officially announced, the UFC has …read more

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Henry Cejudo: Wrestling only way Stipe Miocic beats Jon Jones, but 'good luck with that'

Henry Cejudo sees only one path to victory for Stipe Miocic against UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones, but he isn’t sure he can succeed.
Former champion Miocic (20-4 MMA, 14-4 UFC) …read more

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Jon Jones opens up as significant favorite for UFC 290 showdown with Stipe Miocic

Jon Jones has opened as a sizeable favourite ahead of his proposed fight against Stipe Miocic at UFC 290. Ever since his win over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285, Jon …read more

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Jon Jones Listed as Considerable Favorite Against Stipe Miocic

After a successful heavyweight debut, Jon Jones is a considerable betting favorite in a proposed bout against Stipe Miocic. …read more

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Posted on March 8, 2023, 12:16 am By
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Jon Jones opens as heavy favorite over Stipe Miocic in potential heavyweight title fight

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Jon Jones answered a lot of questions about his future at heavyweight after he dispatched Ciryl Gane in less than …read more

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Posted on March 8, 2023, 12:16 am By
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UFC champ Jon Jones opens as sizable favorite to beat Stipe Miocic

Oddsmakers are favoring Jon Jones to retain his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic.
After running through Ciryl Gane with a first-round submission in this past Saturday’s UFC 285 headliner, newly crowned heavyweight …read more

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Stipe Miocic motivated by underdog role vs. UFC champ Jon Jones: 'I'm the guy that puts a big dagger in that'

Stipe Miocic relishes being underestimated against Jon Jones.
Miocic (20-4 MMA, 14-4 UFC) is expected to get the next shot at newly crowned heavyweight champion Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC), and has …read more

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Posted on March 7, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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Stipe Miocic confident ahead of future Jon Jones fight: ‘It sucks that he’s going to lose’

Former two-time undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Stipe Miocic appears poised to challenge recently minted division kingpin, Jon Jones for gold at UFC 290 in July. And is supremely confident of …read more

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Posted on March 7, 2023, 2:46 pm By
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Stipe Miocic Reacts to Jon Jones’ Pre-Fight Advice & Prediction

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic has hit back at Jon Jones after the latter’s post-fight comments after his UFC 285 title win. Jones defeated Ciryl Gane for the vacant …read more

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Stipe Miocic states there’s “zero question” he will defeat Jon Jones in return: “Sucks that he’s going to lose”

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic is confident ahead of his return. The former champion has been out of the cage for nearly two years. Miocic’s last bout came against …read more

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Posted on March 6, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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Stipe Miocic responds to Jon Jones’ ‘firefighter’ jab: Everyone talks until ‘they’re in a world of hurt’

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Stipe Miocic has always been proud of his work as a firefighter, and he won’t let a few Jon Jones …read more

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Posted on March 6, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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Jon Jones opens up as betting favorite over Stipe Miocic

Jon Jones opened up as moderate betting favorite over Stipe Miocic | Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images

The newly minted UFC heavyweight champion, Jon Jones, …read more

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Posted on March 6, 2023, 7:46 pm By
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Stipe Miocic on Jon Jones Matchup: ‘You’ll See What the Difference Is’ in July

Stipe Miocic didn’t seem as impressed with Jon Jones’ heavyweight debut as the rest of the world was after UFC 285. …read more

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Posted on March 6, 2023, 5:46 pm By
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Jon Jones warns Stipe Miocic ahead of UFC title clash: ‘I would take time off from being a firefighter right now’

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Jon Jones sent a warning to Stipe Miocic ahead of a their potential UFC heavyweight championship matchup.
After a more than …read more

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Posted on March 6, 2023, 4:46 pm By
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Daniel Cormier: Stipe Miocic's wrestling, experience make him much tougher for Jon Jones than Ciryl Gane

Daniel Cormier doesn’t expect Jon Jones to have as easy of a time with Stipe Miocic as he did Ciryl Gane.
Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC) ran through Gane to claim the …read more

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The MMA Hour with UFC 285 reaction, Stipe Miocic, Bo Nickal, Anthony Smith, and Ian Garry at 1 p.m. ET

The Mixed Martial Arts Hour is back in your life! Below is a rundown of Monday’s show, which begins at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT / 6 p.m. …read more

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Dana White calls Jon Jones the GOAT, says 'he's definitely fighting' Stipe Miocic next

LAS VEGAS – Dana White can’t praise Jon Jones enough.
The UFC president was impressed by Jones’ title win in his long-awaited return in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 285 at …read more

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Jon Jones shares some advice for former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic: “I would take time off being a firefighter”

Newly minted UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has some advice for Stipe Miocic. Jones competed for the vacant UFC Heavyweight Championship in the main event of UFC 285. His opponent …read more

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Posted on March 5, 2023, 8:16 pm By
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Miocic Sizes Up Jones: ‘I’m Bigger Than That’

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Hear what Stipe Miocic had to say about Jon Jones’ performance at UFC 285 and what …read more

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Jon Jones Makes Cryptic Promise For Stipe Miocic Matchup

UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has hostile intentions for his possible first title defense against Stipe Miocic. Jones defeated Ciryl Gane for the vacant heavyweight title on Saturday at UFC …read more

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Posted on March 5, 2023, 6:47 pm By
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Dana White confirms Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic title fight after UFC 285

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UFC president Dana White has confirmed that former champion Stipe Miocic will be Jon Jones’ first challenger …read more

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Stipe Miocic can't wait to fight UFC heavyweight champ Jon Jones, ready to 'beat that ass'

Stipe Miocic isn’t big on words, but his message after UFC 285 was clear: Bring it, Jon Jones.
Jones, the former longtime light heavyweight champion, made quick work of Ciryl Gane …read more

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Jon Jones warns Stipe Miocic after UFC 285: 'My whole world is going to be focused on him'

LAS VEGAS – Jon Jones sits atop the heavyweight throne in the UFC, and his next test might be the most prolific of his career.
Following UFC 285 on Saturday at …read more

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Posted on March 5, 2023, 9:16 am By
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Jon Jones taps out Ciryl Gane to win UFC Heavyweight Championship, calls out Stipe Miocic

Jon Jones made the walk to the octagon for the first time in three years on Saturday in the UFC 285 main event. Jones faced former interim champion Ciryl …read more

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Stipe Miocic reveals he has been offered UFC 290 title fight with Jon Jones or Ciryl Gane: ‘They told me, July’

Former two-time undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Stipe Miocic has revealed the promotion have offered him a title fight with the victor of this weekend’s vacant championship clash between Jon Jones, …read more

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Stipe Miocic promised winner of Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane

Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane will fight for the vacant heavyweight championship in the UFC 285 main event, and the winner will take on former two-title titleholder Stipe Miocic. …read more

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UFC heavyweight fighter panel including Daniel Cormier, Stipe Miocic predicts UFC 285's Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane

LAS VEGAS – The main event of UFC 285 between Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane has some torn in their predictions, but a panel featuring Hall of Famers, former champions, …read more

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Stipe Miocic claims he’s guaranteed July title fight against UFC 285 winner Jon Jones or Ciryl Gane

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Stipe Miocic could be right back in the championship picture when he returns.
The two-time UFC heavyweight champion has …read more

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Stipe Miocic says UFC told him he'll face winner of Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane in July

LAS VEGAS – Stipe Miocic says the UFC recently informed him he will be the next man up for a crack at the UFC heavyweight title after Saturday’s title fight.
One …read more

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Stipe Miocic reveals prediction for Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane at UFC 285: “He’s a big man”

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic has chimed in with his prediction for tomorrow’s main event. In the main event of UFC 285, Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane will battle …read more

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Stipe Miocic Predicts Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic has given his prediction for Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane at UFC 285. Jones and Gane will battle for the vacant heavyweight title in …read more

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Stipe Miocic reveals UFC has informed him he will face winner of Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane in July

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic already has his summer plans. This Saturday night at UFC 285, Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane will collide in the headliner. The winner of …read more

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Stipe Miocic: I’ve Been Told I’m Facing Jones/Gane Winner At UFC 290

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic has allegedly been told of the UFC’s plans for his return to the Octagon. Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane will battle for the vacant …read more

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Jon Jones explains why he is gunning for Stipe Miocic after UFC 285: “To compete against such a man, I’d be honored”

UFC star Jon Jones has explained why he’s gunning to face off with Stipe Miocic during his heavyweight run. Next weekend at UFC 285 in Las Vegas, Jon Jones is …read more

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Daniel Cormier says Stipe Miocic is the greatest MMA heavyweight of all time, not Fedor Emelianenko

Daniel Cormier is saying it is Stipe Miocic that is the greatest MMA heavyweight of all time, not Fedor Emelianenko. Fedor Emelianenko (40-7 MMA) retired this past Saturday, February 4th, …read more

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Jon Jones explains new contract and physique, has sights set on Stipe Miocic after UFC 285

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Jon Jones has packed on some extra muscle, and according to the former UFC light heavyweight champion, …read more

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