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MMA News Roundup – Jon Jones Injury Concerns Flare Before UFC 309; Bo Nickal Invites Donald Trump to MSG; Charles Oliveira vs Michael Chandler Fight Status Gets Cleared

N.Thompson36 min ago
With UFC 309 right around the corner, the anticipation is at an all-time high! The lineup promises jaw-dropping action, but there are some intriguing twists to keep an eye on. So, the latest edition of our MMA News Round-Up is here to get you up to speed. First, with Jon Jones set to return to action on November 16, a recent training video of the undisputed heavyweight champion has caused eyebrows to be raised over a potential injury.

Next up, another UFC 309 fighter, Bo Nickal, has made a surprising offer to Donald Trump. And finally, we'll shift our focus over to the Michael ChandlerCharles Oliveira re-match at Madison Square Garden which has got clouds of rumors about a possible cancellation surrounding it and the latest update on it!

Jon Jones leaves fans worried as training footage ahead of UFC 309 sparks injury concerns Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic are set to clash in a heavyweight showdown on November 16, with Jones putting his undisputed title on the line. Originally scheduled for UFC 295 a year ago, a torn pectoral muscle injury suffered by Jones had caused those plans to fall through. Now, 'Bones' has recovered from the injury and is raring to get back into the cage after an extended hiatus. But could there be something wrong with the champion?

In a recent video shared on his Instagram account, Jones can be seen working on his craft with the caption stating, "11 days #AndStill #ufc309". In the clip, Jones looked sharp, his punches precise, his movements fluid. Yet fans couldn't help but notice something unusual—a bandage wrapped around his toe.

He also revealed that he reached out to Chandler's team, only to be told that they hadn't heard anything about the fight being in trouble. Despite the social media frenzy, Helwani's sources remained confident. So why the sudden wave of speculation? Is this just smoke with no fire? Helwani speculated that, when news like this spreads, there's usually some truth to it. But as of now, everything seems set for the showdown as he further stated, "But as of right now, it does not seem let me just check my phone here. It does not seem like it is in jeopardy."

In conclusion, the fight between Michael Chandler and Charles Oliveira is still on—at least for now. Will 'Iron' finally get the redemption he's been waiting for, or will 'Do Bronx' prove his dominance once again? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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