The MMA world never sleeps, and as UFC headlines keep rolling, two big questions have fans fired up:
 Will we finally get Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier III at heavyweight?
 And who is truly the best next opponent for Islam Makhachev as he shifts divisions?

Let’s break it all down.

 Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier… One Last Time at Heavyweight?

Talk of a potential third fight between Jon “Bones” Jones and Daniel Cormier has resurfaced, and this time—it could be at heavyweight.

Jones, the reigning UFC heavyweight champion, has been sidelined with injury but is expected to return later this year. With Stipe Miocic still the official target, there’s growing buzz that Cormier could come out of retirement for one final legacy-defining bout.

“If DC ever wanted to run it back at heavyweight, I’d be here,” Jones recently hinted in an interview.

Cormier, now a full-time UFC commentator, has always maintained that heavyweight was his natural class—and many fans believe that’s where he’d have had his best shot against Jones. Their two legendary bouts at light heavyweight were dominated by Jones (officially), but a clean, no-weight-cut, heavyweight trilogy? That’s a different story.

Would the UFC actually book it? Unlikely, unless:

Miocic delays again or retires

Jones needs a new mega-fight for late 2025

Cormier is seriously tempted to end his career on his own terms

But one thing is certain: if Dana White greenlights Jones vs. Cormier III at heavyweight, it would be one of the biggest fights in UFC history.

 The Best Matchup for Islam Makhachev?

Meanwhile, over in the lightweight (and now welterweight?) conversation, Islam Makhachev continues to dominate headlines. After cleaning out much of the lightweight division and recently vacating his belt to pursue new challenges at welterweight, fans are debating who the best next opponent really is.

Here are the top realistic options:

🔹 1. Jack Della Maddalena (Welterweight Champion)

If Islam is serious about chasing gold in a second weight class, this is the fight. Jack just stunned Belal Muhammad and sits atop the division. Makhachev vs. JDM would be a technical masterclass vs. striking power showdown—and a true champ vs. champ moment.

🔹 2. Arman Tsarukyan (Rematch)

Their first fight was Islam’s toughest test to date. Arman has evolved massively since, and many fans are calling for a rematch, especially after Tsarukyan’s rise through the division. This would settle who the true lightweight king really is, even if the belt is technically vacant.

🔹 3. Kamaru Usman (at 170 lbs)

A big-name legacy fight. Usman may be past his peak, but he’s still a top-tier wrestler and former welterweight champ. Islam vs. Usman would draw huge attention and serve as a stylistic war between two of the most dominant grapplers in modern MMA.

 Final Take

Jones vs. Cormier III at heavyweight?
It’s a long shot—but it would break the internet if announced.

Islam’s next move?
If legacy matters, Jack Della Maddalena is the clear target. But if Islam wants to clean up unfinished business, Arman Tsarukyan is waiting.

As the UFC continues to evolve, these potential matchups represent the best of skill, storyline, and spectacle. And if any of them get booked—fight fans are in for a historic year.