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Jon Jones made his unforgettable comeback after a grueling three-year hiatus from the octagon. He silenced doubters by defeating Ciryl Gane and claiming the coveted UFC heavyweight championship at UFC 285. Jones is currently slated to face heavyweight royalty Stipe Miocic in his next bout. The mere mention of this potential clash has ignited a frenzy among fight enthusiasts, as they eagerly anticipate a clash of titans. While ‘Jonny Bones’ has long reigned as a dominant force in the sport, there’s a growing belief that the 40-year-old, with his exceptional skills and divisional experience, could pose a serious threat to the throne.

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But the fight seems to have not found any grounds for materialization as of yet. In the midst of it, yet another heavyweight’s recent display of credentials has prompted fans to hail him as a title-shot-worthy heavyweight.

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A Russian heavyweight excites fans for potential Jon Jones fight

The Russian heavyweight Sergei Pavlovich[18-1-0], riding high on a remarkable six-fight winning streak, has firmly established himself as the top heavyweight in the UFC. His most recent victory, an opening-round knockout over Curtis Blaydes, further solidified his position as a dominant force in the division. Basking in the glory of his triumph, the Russian fighter took to his Twitter account to share the exhilarating news with his fans.

“Guys, what are you thinking now? #ufc #1”, wrote the 33-year-old Russian powerhouse.

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Check out how the fans reacted to this tweet:

One fan voiced their concern, stating,

Another fan asserted for a deserved title shot:

And many expressed their desire to see him fight Jon Jones next:

This user seemed delighted to see the Russian level up:

Pavlovich received a high praise with Fedor Emelianenko comparison:

Not wanting to see him fight anyone but the best:

This one fan came up with an alternate option altogether:

Whether fate aligns to grant them their wish or not, the fervor surrounding Pavlovich’s rise remains unabated, fueled by the hope of witnessing a clash between two exceptional fighters in the octagon.

Who do you think would prevail in a fight between Sergei Pavlovich and Jon Jones? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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Mayur Soni is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. His journey as an MMA fan started with Conor McGregor’s historic 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo in 2015, which sparked his love for the sport. Since then, he has closely followed the sport and gained an in-depth understanding of its nuances, which reflects in his insightful and analytical writing.

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