A certain level of excitement can be seen among fight enthusiasts as Jon Jones, the reigning UFC heavyweight champion, is gearing up for his comeback to the octagon. The devoted fighter has been keeping his fans on their toes by posting glimpses of his rigorous training routines online. The anticipation for his return fight against formidable opponent Stipe Miocic is undeniable, as Jones is known to retain control of his heavyweight belt during the main highlight of UFC 309, planned for November 16.
Not only is Jones sharpening his overall athleticism, but he is also focusing on his technique, polishing a particular move known as the 12-6 elbow strike for the upcoming defense of his title. The 12-6 elbow strike had been part of a list of prohibited moves up until November, however recent changes have made it an acceptable method of attack again. This development could lead to an exciting showcase as fans could witness ‘Bones’, as he is affectionately known, deploying the strike in live action.
The transition period for the UFC’s rule modifications work in Jones’s favor, coming into effect at the inception of November. Consequently, this allows Jones to use the 12-6 elbow strike, whether in an upright stance or while on the mat. Experiencing first-hand the implications of using this move during a period it was banned, Jones might be all the more motivated to master it now.
It is worth noting that Jones’s singular career defeat was the result of a disqualification precipitated by his utilization of an illegal elbow against Matt Hamill in 2013. Since that time, the UFC’s chief executive, Dana White, has advocated for an amendment to the result from a defeat to a no-contest standing. In the wake of the easing of rules regarding the 12-6 elbow, we might see a re-evaluation of Jones’s historical standing.
As Jones readies himself for his incoming standoff with the preceding champion, Stipe Miocic, on November 16, there are whispers of his potential retirement from the sport. This comeback fight echoes Jones’s return to the arena in March 2023, when he ascended to the vacant heavyweight pedestal after vanquishing Ciryl Gane with a skillful submission move.
The rumor of Jones considering hanging up his gloves after years in the arena has evoked a mix of responses within the Mixed Martial Arts fan community. His potential decision to step away from the UFC has intrigued many, however, leaving them speculating about the future of this decorated fighter.
In the recent weeks, Jones, now age 37, has dropped subtle hints about his retirement through his online interactions. His remarks on a social media platform stirred the curiosity all the more as he put forth, ‘Fun fact after this year Jon Jones will never have to work again, retired at age 37.’
Public intrigue wasn’t limited to his retirement alone, though. Fans, intrigued by the prospect of a match between Jones and Tom Aspinall, another heavyweight title contender, raised questions about Jones’s seeming lack of interest in facing him in the ring. Suspicion and speculation are rife as the MMA fanbase wonders whether Jones is deliberating over side-stepping a matchup with the interim champ.
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