UFC 309 is set to deliver a thrilling night of action as Jon Jones defends his heavyweight title against the legendary Stipe Miocic. This highly anticipated bout marks a pivotal moment for both fighters, with Jones potentially eyeing retirement and Miocic making a long-awaited return to the octagon.
The fight was originally scheduled for November 2023 but was postponed due to an injury. In the interim, Britain’s Tom Aspinall claimed the interim heavyweight title, making him a likely challenger for the winner of this clash.
Here’s your complete guide to UFC 309, including details on the schedule, fight card, viewing options, and odds.
When and Where Is UFC 309?
- Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024 (Sunday, November 17 in the UK).
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York.
What Time Does UFC 309 Start?
- Early Prelims: 11:30pm GMT (Saturday, November 16).
- Prelims: 1:00am GMT (Sunday, November 17).
- Main Card: 3:00am GMT.
- Main Event Cage Walks: Around 5:00am GMT.
UFC 309 Fight Card
Main Card
- Jon Jones (c) vs. Stipe Miocic – Heavyweight Title Bout
- Charles Oliveira vs. Michael Chandler 2 – Lightweight Bout
- Viviane Araujo vs. Karine Silva – Flyweight Bout
- Bo Nickal vs. Paul Craig – Middleweight Bout
- Mauricio Ruffy vs. James Llontop – Lightweight Bout
Prelims
- Jonathan Martinez vs. Marcus McGhee – Bantamweight Bout
- Chris Weidman vs. Eryk Anders – Middleweight Bout
- Jim Miller vs. Damon Jackson – Lightweight Bout
- Marcin Tybura vs. Jhonata Diniz – Heavyweight Bout
Early Prelims
- Mickey Gall vs. Ramiz Brahimaj – Welterweight Bout
- Bassil Hafez vs. Oban Elliott – Welterweight Bout
What Gloves Will Fighters Use?
Fighters at UFC 309 will revert to the original glove design, discontinuing the updated style introduced earlier in the year.
How to Watch UFC 309
UK Viewers
- TV Broadcast: Live on TNT Sports 1, starting with the prelims at 1am GMT.
- Live Stream: Available via the Discovery+ app and website with a subscription.
US Viewers
- Prelims: Available on ESPN2 and ESPN+.
- Main Card: Exclusively on ESPN+.
UFC Fight Pass
The early prelims can be streamed live via the UFC Fight Pass subscription service.
Latest Betting Odds
- Jon Jones to win: 1/6
- Stipe Miocic to win: 4/1
Odds provided by Betfair and are subject to change.
What’s at Stake?
Jon Jones, considered one of the greatest MMA fighters, aims to solidify his legacy with another dominant performance, potentially signaling the end of his career. Meanwhile, Stipe Miocic, the former heavyweight champion, looks to reclaim his status as one of the division’s all-time greats after a three-year hiatus.
With Tom Aspinall waiting in the wings and the heavyweight division heating up, UFC 309 promises to be a landmark event. Don’t miss it!
