Reigning UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones' desire to fight only one or two more times in the next five years leaves the division without a clear path forward.
The UFC heavyweight title has been defended only once since March 2023. The UFC 's most prestigious belt could remain sidelined for another five years, at least according to the reigning champion, Jon Jones . Jones, who defeated Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in November 2023, has stated his desire to win one or two more fights over the next five years, potentially delaying his next title defense.
This has left both fans and heavyweight contenders in limbo, awaiting Jones' decision to defend the belt or prolong the inactivity that has stalled the division for nearly two years. Jones is facing a pivotal decision: retire or fight Tom Aspinall. The British heavyweight phenom is the interim champion, having defended that title in July. Interim champions are entitled to a shot at the undisputed belt, and any move by Jones to fight someone other than Aspinall (without vacating the belt) could raise questions about the legitimacy of the UFC's system. Capitalizing on Tom Aspinall's rising starpower is a race against time, and prolonged inactivity from Jon Jones could prove detrimental
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