Jon Jones has the MMA world holding its breath. ‘Bones’ recently put up a cryptic post on X that read, “In 24 hours I’ll be making a huge announcement! #Andstill”. This has sent fight fans into a frenzy. The reigning UFC heavyweight champion isn’t one to tease without substance, which means something big is on the horizon. But what could it be?

Is he finally locking horns with interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall? Is Alex Pereira lurking in the shadows, ready to leap into the heavyweight jungle? Or—perhaps the most shocking of all—could Jones be preparing to walk away from it all?

 1. Tom Aspinall fight

For months, the UFC has dangled the possibility of a Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall showdown. The interim champ is hungry, the fans are restless, and Dana White himself has insisted it’s happening in 2025.

In an interview with Jim Rome, the UFC boss confessed, “I’ve said that I’m very confident that fight happens this year. Nothing’s holding it up, it’s just a matter of getting it done.”

International Fight Week in July could be the perfect stage for this colossal clash. The real question is—will Jones sign on the dotted line? Fans have been itching to see him face a new breed of heavyweight, and Aspinall, with his lightning-fast hands and slick submissions, might be his toughest test yet.

While his victory over Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 highlighted the dominance that has defined ‘Bones’s career, many in the MMA sphere felt that the fight was an unnecessary detour instead of a title unification bout.

In another conversation with The Mac Life, White further shared, “I know the fans like to mess with Jon or whatever. Jon Jones isn’t afraid of anybody and Jon Jones will fight anybody. It’s just a matter of getting the fight done now. That’s our job.” So, could the latest tease by Jon Jones be a sign that the Aspinall fight might become a reality? Or is he hinting at the other big fight?

2. Alex Pereira fight

If Jones isn’t fighting Aspinall, Alex Pereira might be the curveball no one saw coming. ‘Poatan’, the current light heavyweight champion, has been inching toward a heavyweight jump. In a recent Instagram post, he weighed in at 235 lbs—just two pounds lighter than Jones was at UFC 309. His message? A single word: “Chama.” In Pereira’s world, that’s usually code for something big.

During an interview with Ariel Helwani, the Brazilian champion proclaimed, “I’m the champ, I want to fight the champ, so, let’s make the fight with Jon Jones. That’s the fight that I want for heavyweight.”

‘Poatan’ is currently scheduled to defend his light heavyweight crown against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 in March. If he wins, there’s a high chance that he sets his crosshairs on the Jon Jones fight next.

Jones hasn’t been one to entertain super fights lightly, but Pereira brings something different—a legitimate threat, a striking game that has sent legends to sleep, and a warrior spirit that thrives in chaos. Would Jones risk it all against Pereira, or is this just smoke with no fire?

3. Retirement

Here’s the bombshell no one wants to consider—what if Jon Jones is calling it a wrap on his legendary career?

While that may sound shocking since he’s still at the top of his game, ‘Bones’ has also hinted at the idea of walking away on top. Talking to Aaron Bronsteter during a recent interview, Jones revealed, “I walked away from the light heavyweight championship and I would love to walk away from this one as well, on top.”

But does Jones really want to leave with unfinished business? If he exits now, he dodges Aspinall, avoids Pereira, and leaves with the belt still around his waist. But would that be enough for his legacy?

According to Chael Sonnen, “The way you leave is how you will be remembered. Khabib walked on the cusp of his biggest payday. Jon Jones is in a position to walk on the cusp of his hardest challenge.”

In the end, Jones’ announcement could shake up the entire UFC landscape. A fight with Aspinall would finally settle the heavyweight debate. A clash with Pereira could be an all-time great showdown. A retirement? That would leave more questions than answers. What announcement do you think Jon Jones will share in “24 hours”? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!