In a shocking twist that has rocked the MMA world, rumors are swirling that Jon Jones may be vacating his UFC Heavyweight Championship — and as expected, fighters and fans alike are reacting in disbelief. Among the first to respond is none other than Henry “Triple C” Cejudo, who also had something to say about Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria potentially moving up in weight.

Let’s break it all down.

 Is Jon Jones Really Vacating?

After suffering a torn pectoral injury that forced him out of his highly anticipated clash with Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones has remained relatively quiet about his long-term plans. But recent chatter inside MMA circles — and some cryptic posts from Jones himself — have raised speculation that he might step away from the title, either temporarily or for good.

“If I’m not ready by the time the division moves on, maybe it’s best to let go of the belt,” Jones hinted in a recent interview.

With interim champ Tom Aspinall dominating and fans demanding clarity, the pressure is on for the UFC to decide: wait for Jones or crown a new undisputed king?

 Cejudo Sounds Off: “This Division’s About to Get Wild”

Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo didn’t hold back when asked about the heavyweight title situation:

“If Jon vacates, the division gets interesting — real fast. You’ve got Aspinall, Pavlovich, even Jailton Almeida. It’s a new era if Jon steps away.”

Cejudo, always one to stir the pot, also commented on two rising stars making headlines for potentially changing divisions.

 Islam & Ilia Ready to Move Up?

Both Islam Makhachev, the UFC Lightweight Champion, and Ilia Topuria, the newly crowned UFC Featherweight king, have teased moves up in weight — and Cejudo had some strong thoughts on that too.

“Islam moving to 170 makes total sense — he’s already big for lightweight. But Topuria? If he thinks 155 will be easy, he’s in for a rude awakening,” said Cejudo.

Fans are already fantasizing about super fights:

Islam Makhachev vs Leon Edwards or Shavkat Rakhmonov at Welterweight

Ilia Topuria vs Islam or even Conor McGregor at Lightweight

But as Cejudo warns, jumping divisions isn’t just about skill — it’s about strategy, size, and smart timing.

 A Changing of the Guard?

If Jon Jones officially vacates the heavyweight belt, it could symbolize the end of an era — and the beginning of a new one led by fresh contenders across all weight classes.

Combined with Islam and Ilia potentially climbing the ladder, the UFC landscape in 2025 is shaping up to be wildly unpredictable — and more exciting than ever.

 Final Thoughts

Whether it’s Jon Jones leaving the heavyweight throne, Islam Makhachev chasing a second title, or Ilia Topuria gunning for greatness in a higher weight class, one thing is clear:

The kings are moving. The game is changing. And the chaos has only just begun.