Jon Jones’ torn pec shakes up the Heavyweight title picture, forcing him out of his fight against Stipe Miocic. Francis Ngannou expresses sympathy for Jones and wishes him a speedy recovery. Get the latest updates on the upcoming fights and the future of the division.
| Fight | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Jones vs. Miocic | Next year | TBD |
| Aspinall vs. Pavlovich | November 11, 2023 | New York |
Jon Jones’ torn pec has caused a major shift in the Heavyweight title picture. Francis Ngannou shares his sympathy for Jones and hopes for his recovery. The rescheduled fight between Jones and Miocic is expected to take place next year, while the interim Heavyweight title will be decided in a clash between Aspinall and Pavlovich on November 11th in New York. Stay tuned for more updates on these upcoming fights and the future of the division.
In a twist of fate, Jon Jones has suffered a torn pec just days after Francis Ngannou’s monumental fight. This unfortunate injury has forced Jones out of his highly anticipated legacy fight against Stipe Miocic, causing a major shift in the Heavyweight title landscape. Ngannou, who left the UFC roster as champion last year, understands the frustration of missed opportunities, as his bout with Jones never came to fruition. Despite any tension between them, Ngannou expressed sympathy for Jones and wished him a speedy recovery.
During a recent open workout for his boxing match against Tyson Fury, Ngannou shared his thoughts on Jones’ injury. "It’s sad news," Ngannou said. "Athletes getting injured is never good news, especially during training. I hope he recovers well. I was really looking forward to watching that fight and seeing who would come out on top. It’s not something you can blame on anyone; it’s just an unfortunate incident that can happen to anyone. It’s disappointing, though."
While Ngannou prepares for his boxing match with Fury in Saudi Arabia this Saturday, the rescheduled Jones vs. Miocic fight is expected to take place next year. Jones’ recovery is projected to take nearly a year. In the meantime, the interim Heavyweight title will be decided in a clash between Tom Aspinall and Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295 on November 11th in New York. Ngannou is also set to make his PFL debut in early 2024.
| Fight | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Jones vs. Miocic | Next year | TBD |
| Aspinall vs. Pavlovich | November 11, 2023 | New York |
This injury has left fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of these upcoming fights, as the Heavyweight division undergoes a significant shake-up. Stay tuned for more updates on the recovery of Jon Jones and the future of the title picture.
