MMA Fighting provided live updates, results, and blogs for the highly anticipated UFC 309 event, hosted at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Saturday night.

Main Event: Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic

In the headline bout, reigning UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones defended his title against two-time heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic.

• Jones, an unbeaten force since his lone career loss (18-0 with one no-contest), entered this fight following his spectacular victory at UFC 285, where he secured the heavyweight belt.
• Miocic, known for his resilience, came into the octagon after a two-year hiatus since his knockout loss at UFC 260 on March 27, 2021. With three wins in his last five fights, Miocic aimed to reclaim heavyweight dominance.

Co-Main Event: Charles Oliveira vs. Michael Chandler

The co-main event featured a thrilling lightweight rematch between former UFC champions Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler. Scheduled for five rounds, this bout reignited one of the division’s fiercest rivalries.

Featured Fights on the Main Card

1. Bo Nickal vs. Paul Craig
2. Viviane Araújo vs. Karine Silva
3. Mauricio Ruffy vs. James Llontop

Event Timing

• Broadcast: The main card aired live on ESPN+ PPV starting at 10 p.m. ET.
• Fans worldwide tuned in for this electrifying lineup, promising intense battles across all divisions.

Stay updated with live results, fight analysis, and post-event highlights!

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