"Jones X Ngannou would make way more sense" - Fans react as MMA insider names potential fight involving Jon Jones as No. 1 "must-see fight of 2025"
Jon Jones made his highly anticipated return to the octagon last month as he defeated Stipe Miocic via third-round TKO at UFC 309 to defend his heavyweight title for the first time. While he had hinted at retirement leading up to the bout, 'Bones' has since revealed that he plans to continue his illustrious mixed martial arts career.
Ariel Helwani recently revealed that he hopes to see the heavyweight champion defend his title against Tom Aspinall in 2025. The mixed martial arts analyst labeled the bout as his must-see fight next year, stating:
"There is only one choice at the top of the list and of course, it is the heavyweight unification bout in the UFC. It is Jonny 'Bones' Jones versus The Pride of Manchester, the one and only Tom Aspinall."
He shared the clip on X, captioning the post:
"Something we can all agree on... Jones X Aspinall is our #1 must-see fight of 2025. It has to happen.🤞"
Check out Ariel Helwani's comments on which fight must happen in 2025 below:
Fans shared their reactions to the potential matchup. @FreeDM_DJ suggested that a matchup with Francis Ngannou makes more sense:
"Jones v Ngannou would make way more sense ... if you were a guy like Jon Jones."
@DKD2421 predicted that Jones will face Aspinall during International Fight Week:
"100% happening at IFW"
@branduramax believes that Jones facing Alex Pereira is the top must-see fight in 2025:
"Dude you’re f**king high on drugs. Smoking the Canadian green!!! Poatan/Jones is the #1"
@Agezza71 expressed the belief that 'Bones' will retain the title and fans will change their stance:
"Here's the best part. This fight will happen. Jon will win UD. Tom will fall apart in later rounds and this'll be swept under the rug as just another jones performance and other guys will get fighter of the year 😆 🤣"
Check out mof fan reactions below:
Tom Aspinall sends warning to Jon Jones
Tom Aspinall was on hand as Jon Jones defeated Stipe Miocic to retain the heavyweight title. He recently sent a warning to 'Bones', claiming he is a different caliber of opponent.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, the No. 1-ranked heavyweight stated:
"Good fight against Stipe. Let's remember, I ain't Stipe, completely different. And I possess a whole different attribute of skills, aggression, speed, power and everything else to Stipe Miocic. So, Stipe is retired, much respect to him. Much respect to Jon Jones, as well, believe it or not, but I'm coming for both of them belts and 2025 is when it's going to happen."
Check out Tom Aspinall's comments on facing Jon Jones below:
Jones had hinted at walking away from mixed martial arts leading up to his last bout. He has since revealed that he will continue his career for the right price. While he has not publicly revealed the amount he is looking for, UFC CEO Dana White recently guaranteed the bout will happen.