Alexander Volkanovski's Bold Challenge

In a bold statement, UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski has urged Jon Jones to square off against Tom Aspinall to solidify his status as a legitimate "double champ." As Jones prepares to defend his heavyweight title against the legendary Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, set to rock Madison Square Garden this Saturday, the debate over his legacy intensifies.

Jon Jones' Record and Legacy

With a remarkable record of 27 wins and just 1 loss in MMA (21-1 in the UFC), Jon Jones is undoubtedly one of the greatest fighters of all time. However, Volkanovski argues that without a fight against the interim heavyweight champion Aspinall, Jones' claim to the heavyweight throne remains unchallenged.

Volkanovski's Views on True Heavyweight Championship

"To be considered a true heavyweight champion, you have to fight the biggest threats in the division,” Volkanovski emphasized during a recent YouTube livestream. “Yes, Jon won the vacant title against Ciryl Gane, but to truly be seen as a defending champ, he needs to face Aspinall. If you want to claim the title of the best heavyweight ever, you simply cannot ignore your rivals.”

Aspinall: The Big Threat

Volkanovski further highlighted Aspinall's potential, citing his wrestling skills and versatility as key reasons why he poses such a formidable challenge. “Aspinall is dangerous everywhere, and he’s definitely the biggest threat to Jones right now,” he said. “If Jon wants to walk away with the street cred of being a proper double champ, he has to take this fight.”

Jones Focuses on Pereira

Interestingly, instead of securing a bout with Aspinall, Jones appears more interested in a high-stakes matchup against UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, a fight he believes may offer greater legacy implications. “The truth is, I get it if you want bigger fights for legacy or financial reasons,” Volkanovski acknowledged. “Pereira is a massive name right now, but make no mistake, Aspinall is a riskier opponent.”

Anticipation for UFC 309

As fans eagerly await the outcome of Jones’ title defense against Miocic, the MMA community remains abuzz with speculation. Will Jon Jones step up and face Tom Aspinall, or will he opt for the safer route with Pereira? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the stakes have never been higher for both Jones and Aspinall, as the heavyweight landscape shifts and the path to greatness becomes ever more challenging!

Conclusion: The Stakes of UFC 309

Stay tuned as UFC 309 promises to deliver more than just a title match; it could redefine legacies and create new rivalries in the world of mixed martial arts!