Ben Affleck reacts in shock to Jon Jones fight moment as Joe Rogan explains the kick against Stipe Miocic

American MMA star Jon Jones won big at UFC 309 on November 17, 2024, in New York City, USA, when he knocked out former champion Stipe Miocic with a spinning back kick followed by punches. The kick became one of the most talked-about moments in MMA history because Jon Jones made it look clean and powerful. Many people still watch the clip and talk about how smart and strong Jones is. On January 16, 2026, actor Ben Affleck and his friend Matt Damon discussed that very kick on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast with host Joe Rogan. Affleck said something that surprised many fans, he called Jon Jones a genius for how he used the spinning back kick. Rogan and Damon broke down the kick in a way that made everyone listen closely. On The Joe Rogan Experience podcast episode #2240 on January 16, 2026, Ben Affleck talked about Jon Jones’ spinning back kick that beat Stipe Miocic. Matt Damon was the first to speak about how perfect the kick looked even though it did not land on Miocic’s liver. Rogan explained that taking that kick was like getting hit by a heavy truck because of how fast and strong it was. Then Affleck said something simple but strong: he called Jon Jones not just a great fighter but a genius for how he used the move in the cage. Fans on social media quickly shared the clip and talked about Affleck’s words. Many agreed that Jones’ skill with the kick showed how much hard work he put into learning it. Joe Rogan also said that Jones trained that spinning back kick again and again because he knew it might be the only way to knock out a big heavyweight like Stipe Miocic. That shows how smart Jones thinks before a fight. Joe Rogan went on the podcast to talk about how serious Jon Jones is about every part of his training. Joe Rogan said Jones would not face anyone unless he had a full plan and proper training camp ready. This is one reason many people call Jones one of the smartest fighters in the sport. Affleck also shared how he felt for fighters like Jones who always chase the next big fight. He said it must be hard to always feel like you must be better every time, even after a huge win. Many fans reacted to Ben Affleck’s words with respect for fighters who work hard every day.