In a surprising turn of events, celebrated mixed martial artist Jon Jones, 37, has revealed his intentions to step away from the octagon after his upcoming match at UFC 306. Speaking to Clocked N' Loaded on Saturday night, Jones cryptically hinted that this bout would "more than likely" be his final one.

Speculations surrounding Jones' retirement began circulating after insiders at UFC 306 claimed that the renowned fighter had been privately sharing his plans to retire after the event. However, these rumors have now been confirmed by Jones himself in an on-camera statement.

Jones has had a remarkable career in the world of professional fighting, making his MMA debut back in 2008. He joined the UFC in 2009 and quickly made his mark, competing in numerous title fights since 2011. Holding a dominant reign at the top of his weight class, Jones now feels it's time to exit the stage before aging or emerging contenders knock him off his throne.

Despite contemplating retirement, it seems that Jones is still at the peak of his physical prowess. He expressed his confidence, stating, "I feel great, yeah. I feel really, really good - 250 pounds lean and strong." Fans of the sport will undoubtedly be eager to witness his performance in the upcoming match against Stipe Miocic, which is scheduled to take place two months from now.

The potential retirement of Jones leaves a bittersweet taste for fight enthusiasts. Regarded as one of the Greatest of All Time (G.O.A.T.), his departure from the cage will undoubtedly leave a void that will be difficult to fill. As fans, we must savor every last moment of this legendary athlete's career and ensure we do not miss out on what could be his final fight.

UFC 306 promises to be a must-watch event for fans and supporters as they bid farewell, or potentially witness a change of heart, to one of the sport's most iconic figures. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage leading up to this momentous bout.