“Is Going to Have a Lot of Problems With Jon Jones “- UFC Legend Reveals “Massive” Stipe Miocic’s Preparation for “Tough” UFC HW Championship Fight Amid Tyson Fury Rumors

Facing the UFC Heavyweight champion Jon Jones is a whole different ballgame. He is an all-round fighter who has bested some of the greatest UFC fighters across different generations. Originally an undefeated Light Heavyweight fighter, Jones recently made his return to the UFC after a long hiatus and moved up to the Heavyweight division where he defeated the Interim Champion Ciryl Gane in the first round.

Now, Jones has one more challenge ahead of him. Stipe Miocic, one of the greatest modern-day Heavyweights is preparing to fight Jones for the Heavyweight title. The Silencer has an impressive 20-4-0 record in the UFC and he has taken his training ahead of his match against Jones, to the next level., as confirmed by UFC legend Anthony Smith.

Anthony Smith impressed by the ‘new’ Stipe Miocic

Anthony Smith has faced Jon Jones but much like the others, was defeated by the Heavyweight champion. Therefore, he has a fair idea of just how good of a fighter Jon Jones is and how difficult it can be, to corner him.

Smith recently shared his thoughts on a new and reformed Stipe Miocic in an interview with Thiccc Boy on Youtube. Talking about meeting Miocic in person before Jones fight, Smith said, “Dude he’s jacked… like probably 255, 260 – like… like yolked-yolked… like in the firehouse just lifting weights the whole time yolked.“, visibly impressed with Stipe Miocic’s new sparring regime and his current form.

He then went on to discuss Miocic and his conversation with the Heavyweight fighter over dinner. “A 230-pound Stipe that went in versus DC is going to have a lot of problems with Jon Jones but at 255 or 260 and fast and moving and… you know with his boxing on point… I think that’s a tough fight.” added Smith.

Jon Jones’ Legacy – From Smith to Ciryl and now Miocic

Jon Jones’ legacy in the UFC is one of the greatest the promotion has seen. He has an undefeated record in one of the most difficult divisions to compete in and has defended his title time and again – against legends of UFC. His former opponent Anthony Smith was a top contender for ‘who beats Jones’ but fell, just like the rest.

Jones went away from the UFC for a really long time and during this time, there were rumors about his comeback fight to the UFC being against the former UFC Heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. However, Ngannou walked out of the UFC and signed on with PFL, owing to which Jones had to settle with defeating Ciryl Gane.

The current Heavyweight champion’s next challenge is definitely going to be a tough one. Stipe Miocic is one of the best in the division and he in his current form might be a threat to Jon Jones, according to Anthony Smith. Meanwhile, Jon Jones has also been beefing with WBC champion Tyson Fury over social media with UFC President Dana White offering Tyson Fury a UFC contract to come and fight Jon Jones.

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Although Anthony Smith has faced Jones and his opinion carries weight, the fact that he lost the match to Jones cannot be disregarded either. Therefore, whether Miocic can get the best of Jones or not is anything but certain. Let us know what you think, in the comments below.

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