Fans are eagerly anticipating the heavyweight showdown between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall, with UFC president Dana White also aiming to make the fight happen. However, Jones has previously shown more interest in facing Alex Pereira instead of Aspinall, sparking debate among fans and MMA personalities. In response, Jan Blachowicz has made a bold statement regarding ‘Bones’.
In 2025, a Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall fight would be one of the UFC’s biggest matchups. Aspinall, the interim champion, rightfully deserves a title shot, but Jones has consistently avoided the challenge, focusing instead on a potential super-fight with Alex Pereira. Former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz believes Jones’ interest in Pereira isn’t about money or legacy but rather about avoiding a dangerous fight with Aspinall, who he sees as capable of beating him.
“Because Aspinall is someone who can really stop him and beat him. I think he believes if he can fight against Pereira, he can take him down, control him, maybe something like this. With Aspinall, it will be not so easy.” Blachowicz told MMA Fighting.
Jan Blachowicz: Jon Jones calling out Alex Pereira because ‘he’s a little bit afraid’ of Tom Aspinall https://t.co/ZJxpUfzHBe
— MMA Fighting (@MMAFighting) January 7, 2025
Blachowicz thinks Jones prefers fighting Alex Pereira because Pereira is a big UFC star, and Jones knows what he’s capable of. However, Blachowicz believes Jones should fight Aspinall instead but feels Jones might be avoiding Aspinall because he’s afraid of losing to him.
Chael Sonnen Says Jon Jones Will Retire In 2025, Facing Tom Aspinall’s Last
Speculation is rising about a potential heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. UFC veteran Chael Sonnen has predicted that Jones will retire in 2025, with Aspinall as his final opponent. Sonnen shared this bold prediction on the “Good Guy/Bad Guy” show, stating that Jones will perform better than critics expect in the highly anticipated fight.
“I’m actually very confident in the prediction, and that is that Jon Jones retires. I will tell you that Jon Jones is going to fight Tom Aspinall. When that fight is done, win or lose, I do believe it will be Jon’s final appearance.” Sonnen said.
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👀 Chael Sonnen predicts Jon Jones will retire in 2025, with Tom Aspinall as his final opponent.
— Home of Fight (@Home_of_Fight) January 2, 2025
“I’m actually very confident in the prediction and that is that Jon Jones retires. I will tell you that Jon Jones is going to fight Tom Aspinall…
When that fight is done, win or… pic.twitter.com/GLzvuWNmaI
The fight is not yet confirmed, as UFC President Dana White is finalizing the details. However, Jon Jones has reportedly asked for a big payout, suggesting the outcome may not matter to him. Fans are still waiting for official confirmation.
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