UFC Fight Night 309: Jones Clashes with Miocic - Predictions for the Highly-Anticipated Showdown
UFC 309: Brawl in the Big Apple
Get ready for a night of excitement as Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic go toe-to-toe in the main event at UFC 309, taking place at the legendary Madison Square Garden! This epic heavyweight title showdown between two legendary fighters is sure to leave fans talking for years to come.
In the co-headliner, two of the most dangerous lightweights in the business collide as Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler square off in an electrifying five-round rematch.
Don't miss out on the thrilling prelims featuring Mauricio Ruffy, the feared knockout artist, taking on James Llontop. Plus, rising middleweight sensation Bo Nickal faces submission specialist Paul Craig in a highly anticipated matchup. Top-15 flyweights Viviane Araujo and Karine Silva complete the main card with an exciting clash of styles.
Main Card (from 5 AM Sunday SA time):
Jon Jones (1.16) vs Stipe Miocic (5.55) (Heavyweight Championship)
Catch the epic clash of titans as the two baddest men in UFC history go head-to-head in a seismic showdown for the heavyweight title. Jon Jones, the greatest MMA fighter of all time, defends his belt against Stipe Miocic, the best heavyweight in UFC history. With both fighters likely to retire after the bout, expect a war for the heavyweight championship of the world.
Jones, an unbeatable force on the UFC scene, holds an impressive 27-1-1NC record with 10 knockouts and seven submissions. Miocic, a former two-time heavyweight champion, is a well-rounded fighter with 20 wins, 15 of which are by knockout. With a reach advantage of four and a half inches, superior intelligence, and nearly impenetrable defense, Jones is the favorite to take home the victory.
Prediction: Jon Jones by submission.
Best Bet: Jones by submission at 3.00.
Alternative Bet: Jones by KO/TKO/DQ at 2.20.
Charles Oliveira (1.40) vs Michael Chandler (3.05) (Lightweight)
Two of the fiercest finishers in the division go toe-to-toe in a thrilling co-headliner. This rematch features Oliveira, the most finishes and most submissions in UFC history, and Chandler, an explosive fighter with heavy hands and high-level wrestling.
Oliveira boasts a record of 34-10, including 16 submissions and 20 finishes. Chandler has 18 career finishes, made up of 11 knockouts and seven submissions. While Chandler's recklessness has cost him dearly at times, Oliveira's superior technique and calm demeanor when the heat is on make him a strong favorite to secure another victory.
Prediction: Oliveira by stoppage.
Best Bet: Oliveira by KO/TKO/Submission/DQ at 1.50.
Alternative Bet: Oliveira by KO/TKO/DQ by 3.15.
Bo Nickal (1.09) v Paul Craig (8.00) (Middleweight)
Don't miss the featured bout between undefeated wrestling phenom Bo Nickal and submission specialist Paul Craig. Nickal, with his unprecedented wrestling pedigree, faces a difficult test against Craig, a former top-15 contender in both light heavyweight and middleweight divisions.
With Craig's dangerous submission skills, Nickal must be careful not to make any mistakes on the ground. Despite the challenge, Nickal's skillset and experience give him a strong advantage in this matchup.
Prediction: Nickal by submission.
Best Bet: Nickal by submission at 2.80.
Alternative Bet: Nickal by KO/TKO/DQ at 1.68.
Viviane Araujo (3.15) v Karine Silva (1.37) (Flyweight)
Get ready for a battle of Brazilian Brazilians in the flyweight top 15. Veteran Araujo, ranked ninth, takes on up-and-comer Silva, ranked eleventh. A victory for Araujo would reignite her career, while a win for Silva would further boost her rise.
Araujo, at 37, may be past her prime, holding a 2-4 record in her last six fights. However, her tactical approach and seasoned savvy make her a tough opponent to beat. Silva, 30 years old and on a nine-fight win streak, is a dangerous fighter with nine knockouts and eight submissions. Araujo's solid defense and Silva's aggressive style make for an exciting matchup.
Prediction: Silva by decision.
Best Bet: Silva by decision at 2.00.
Mauricio Ruffy (1.12) v James Llontop (6.50) (Lightweight)
Prepare for an early and explosive main card opener that will test your reflexes as Ruffy and Llontop face off. Ruffy, an unbeaten knockout artist on a win streak, takes on Llontop, a solid striker facing tough competition in the UFC.
Llontop, with a decent striking game, has found success difficult in the UFC, dropping both his fights to date. Expect Ruffy to bring the action early and finish the fight with a knockout.
Prediction: Ruffy by knockout.
Best Bet: Ruffy by KO/TKO/DQ at 1.68.
Alternative Bet: Under 1.5 rounds at 2.35.
Quintin Van Jaarsveld is a former MDDA-Sanlam SA Local Sports Journalist of the Year and a former three-time Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal Sports Journalist of the Year. Formerly the sports editor and Outstanding Journalist of the Year award winner at The Fever Media Group, deputy editor at eHowzit, editor at SARugby.com, and senior staff writer at Rugby365.com, he boasts over 15 years' experience and is currently a freelance sports writer.
After the intense UFC 309 events, catch the exhilarating world of rugby betting by placing a wager on Jon Jones' submision victory against Stipe Miocic, currently at 3.00 odds. Alternatively, you could bet on Jones winning by KO/TKO/DQ at 2.20. This match takes place within the realm of sports, pitting two formidable sportsmen against each other.
In the electrifying lightweight co-headliner, consider betting on Charles Oliveira to win by stoppage against Michael Chandler, with odds at 1.50 for a KO/TKO/Submission/DQ victory. This rugby-style brawl is a must-watch sports event, with both fighters known for their finishing skills within the sports arena.
