As Jon “Bones” Jones continues his historic run in the UFC, questions about his future are more prominent than ever. The man widely regarded as the greatest mixed martial artist of all time, has already amassed an extraordinary 28-1 record, leaving a trail of top-tier contenders in his wake. Now, at 37 years old, Jones is faced with a tough decision: continue dominating the heavyweight division or pass the torch to the next generation. After his dominant victory over Stipe Miocic, many are wondering what’s next for the legendary fighter.

• Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira: A Champions’ Clash

For casual UFC fans, the ideal fight on the horizon is Jon Jones vs. Alex “Poatan” Pereira. Pereira, a former UFC middleweight champion with knockout power who has gained a reputation as one of the sport’s most deadly strikers, is an intriguing opponent for Jones. On paper, this contest has all the makings of a mega-fight: two powerful champions with opposing skill sets, a large sum of money to be made, and a spectacle that might sell out venues across the world.

• Jones vs. Tom Aspinall – The “Passing of the Torch” Moment

On the other side, there’s Tom Aspinall, a young and rising star in the heavyweight division. At just 31 years old, Aspinall has already proven himself to be one of the most talented and well-rounded fighters in the UFC. His combination of speed, technique, and power has made him a dangerous contender who could very well be the future of the heavyweight division. 

For hardcore UFC fans, a fight with Aspinall feels like the natural next step for Jon Jones. Theses fans are expecting a feud that would feed generations, in Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall; as he is the #1 contender and has the tools to give Jones a real challenge. With his quick hands, slick submission game, and a level of athleticism rarely seen in heavyweights, he could very well be the fighter to end Jones’ reign of dominance. The stakes in this fight would be astronomical, with Jones’ legacy as the greatest of all time on the line against the future of the sport. This matchup  would represent for many A “Passing the Torch” moment, as Tom Aspinall is a great, young, and strong #1 contender to Jon’s title, and a very legitimate threat to end his reign of terror. Jon has made it clear about his opinion on his next match; he believes that Tom Aspinall has yet to earn a championship opportunity against him as he states, “Titles shots are earned not given,” as he clearly has Pereira on his radar. Many seem to believe that Jon is scared, and that he is, “DUCKING” Tom Aspinall. To those comments Jon Blindly laughs and reposts his record on social media.

Jon “Bones” Jones is at a pivotal moment in his career, facing a choice that could define his legacy. He can solidify his status as the greatest combat sports athlete by fighting and defeating Alex Pereira, a dominant champion with devastating striking. Alternatively, he could face the rising star Tom Aspinall, symbolizing the “passing of the torch” to the next generation of fighters. Jones has already achieved legendary status, but both matchups come with significant risks. A win against Pereira would cement his reign across two divisions, while defeating Aspinall would prove his dominance over the future of the sport.