The UFC is again in New York for UFC 309, and the favored “Embedded” combat week video sequence is right here to doc what’s taking place behind the scenes.
UFC 309 (pay-per-view, ESPNews/Hulu/FX, ESPN+) takes place Saturday at Madison Sq. Backyard in New York.
Within the headliner, heavyweight champion Jon Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC) places his title on the road for the primary time when he takes on former champ Stipe Miocic (20-4 MMA, 14-4 UFC) in a combat delayed by a 12 months. Within the co-feature, former light-weight champ Charles Oliveira (34-10 MMA, 22-10 UFC) takes on Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA, 2-3 UFC) after he was left on the altar by Conor McGregor.
The fourth episode of “Embedded” follows the featured fighters whereas they prepare for combat week. Right here is the UFC’s description of the episode from YouTube:
Champ Jon Jones will get a haircut earlier than heading to New York; Stipe Miocic arrives in New York for UFC 309; Charles Oliveira goes sight-seeing and visits his outdated health club; Athletes start their check-ins for UFC 309; Bo Nickal attends the Rangers hockey recreation.
Earlier UFC 309 ‘Embedded’ episodes
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