Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For July 4, 2024, we’re taking a look at:
- Jones says he will return at MSG in November
- Ige calls to face Garcia
- 303 winner makes quick turnaround to face Drew Dober
Jon Jones Says His Return Will Be On November 9 At Madison Square Garden
In a post on social media, UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones teased a potential date and location for the first defense of his title.
"Bones" was set to face off with former champion Stipe Miocic at UFC 295 in November of last year until an injury forced him to withdraw and postpone the fight.
Jones appears to now be targeting the rescheduled fight for the same month in the originally planned venue, Madison Square Garden in New York.
He replied to a comment on Instagram where he named November 9 at the iconic venue as the target that he is working towards right now.
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Dan Ige Wants To Fight Ryan Garcia At UFC 306 With No Takedowns Or Weigh-In
After he stepped up on the day of the fight to save the co-main event of UFC 303, Dana White said that he will try to make it up to Dan Ige.
Ige didn't get his hand raised against Diego Lopes this past weekend but his efforts to be a company man didn't go unnoticed or without reward.
The featherweight contender posted on social media where he made his request for his next outing with a very bold idea.
Ige posted that he wants to face the controversial boxing star Ryan Garcia at UFC 306 inside the Sphere with a few extra rules being put in place.
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Garcia responded on social media, so clearly the call out at least caught his attention, that he's down to compete.
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Jean Silva Set To Make Two-Week Turnaround To Fight Drew Dober In Denver
Jean Silva delivered one of the stand-out performances at UFC 303 as he stopped Charles Jourdain in the second round.
Despite missing weight for the fight, the Brazilian is now set to make a remarkable two-week turn-around in order to take on Drew Dober up at lightweight.
Dober was originally set to face Mike Davis in a significant bout for the 155-pound fan favorite due to him training out of Denver, Colorado where the card will be hosted.
Brazilian outlet Ag. Fight reported the news that Silva will be looking to pick up his third consecutive win in the UFC after debuting on the first card of 2024.
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