Tensions Rising: Derrick Lewis Plans to Cause Riot as UFC 309 Approaches

Aspinall Aims for Major Opportunity at UFC 309

Tom Aspinall, the current interim heavyweight champion, is gearing up for an exciting return to New York this month, aiming to secure the biggest fight of his career. Despite his impressive victories and successful title defenses, Aspinall often seems overlooked by both Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic as they prepare for their showdown at UFC 309.

A Journey to Success

Since Miocic last competed in the Octagon, Aspinall has been on a tear, defeating every opponent in his path. However, despite his accomplishments, he appears no closer to a shot at either of these legends. To assert his position, Aspinall has offered to serve as a backup for the New York fight and will participate in the weigh-ins while looking to make a significant impact during the event.

Direct Goals at UFC 309

Before his return to the “Big Apple,” Aspinall shared a video on YouTube outlining his intentions for the trip. “The plan is to show up, do some media, cause a bit of a scene, and try to make the winner stick around and fight me. I’m really interested in how both of them perform in the fight,” he explained.

Retirement Looms for Two Legends

Both Miocic and Jones are at a crossroads in their careers, with Miocic now 42 years old and having not fought since March 2021, when he suffered a devastating loss to Francis Ngannou. Meanwhile, Jones, who had to withdraw from their scheduled fight last year due to injury, has openly declared that this bout could be his last, regardless of the outcome.

Main Event of UFC 309: Jones vs. Miocic

Jon Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC) will defend his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic (20-4 MMA, 14-4 UFC) in the main event of UFC 309 on November 16 at Madison Square Garden. Derrick Lewis believes that Jones will finish Miocic quickly in the first round and emphasizes the disrespect many show toward Jones, who has solidified his status as one of the greatest fighters of all time.

Jones’s Mental Strength

Lewis stated, “I think Jones will beat Miocic in the first round. He has been fighting at a high level for many years against top-ranked opponents.” He also highlighted that the mental aspect accounts for about 80% of a fight, showcasing Jones’s unwavering mental strength. Lewis (28-12 MMA, 19-10 UFC) will return to the Octagon against Jhonata Diniz (8-0 MMA, 2-0 UFC) at UFC Fight Night 246 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.