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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Alex Pattle

Jon Jones apologises to Stipe Miocic after injury derails UFC 295 clash

@jonnybones via Instagram

Jon Jones has apologised to Stipe Miocic after withdrawing from their planned fight at UFC 295, as the heavyweight champion prepares for surgery.

Jones, a former two-time light-heavyweight champion, was due to defend the heavyweight belt against divisional great Miocic on 11 November, but “Bones” sustained an injury in training this week.

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