How does Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall go down? Widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time, Georges St-Pierre recently shared his views on a potential heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall.
Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall
St-Pierre described Jones as “probably the best fighter that ever lived,” emphasizing Jones’s dominance and skill throughout his career. He stated that if he had to choose one fighter in their prime for a hand-to-hand contest, he would select Jon Jones. However, St-Pierre also acknowledged the impact of time on athletes and pointed out that Tom Aspinall is currently on a strong run in the division. St-Pierre concluded that it is difficult to predict the outcome of a match between the two, but as a fan, he expressed his interest in seeing the fight take place.
Speaking to Kyle Diamond of Bloody Elbow, Georges St-Pierre explained:
“Jon Jones is probably the best fighter that ever lived. If I had to choose someone in his prime to put in the Colosseum, hand-to-hand, I think it would be Jon Jones. However, nobody beats time, and Tom Aspinall is on a hell of a run now. It’s hard to say how they would match up, but as a fan, I really want to see this fight.”
Jon Jones holds a decorated record in mixed martial arts, with only one loss by disqualification and a career marked by victories over multiple champions and top contenders. He is the reigning UFC heavyweight champion and has been recognized for his incredible talent in both the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions. Tom Aspinall, the interim UFC heavyweight champion, is known for his finishing ability and has defended his interim title during Jones’s absence. Aspinall’s rapid rise and recent performances have made the potential unification bout highly anticipated within the MMA community.
Georges St-Pierre
Georges St-Pierre, a Canadian former professional mixed martial artist, was a two-division UFC champion and a member of the UFC Hall of Fame. He retired with records for the most wins in title fights and most successful title defenses in the welterweight division, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s most accomplished athletes.
