Stipe Miocic, Record-Holding UFC Heavyweight Champion, Retires After Loss to Jon Jones at UFC 309

Nov 17, 2024, 06:35 AM

Stipe Miocic, former two-time UFC heavyweight champion and widely regarded as the greatest heavyweight in the organization's history, has announced his retirement from mixed martial arts following his loss to Jon Jones at UFC 309. Miocic declared, 'I'm done. I'm hanging them up. I'm retiring.' He holds several records in the UFC heavyweight division, including the most consecutive title defenses (three), the most total title defenses (four), the most finishes in heavyweight title fights, and a record nine performance bonuses. His illustrious career has earned him recognition as an instant Hall of Famer and a legend in the sport.