MMA fans never stops talking about legends and legacies. Even fighters constantly debate who deserves the title of greatest of all time. These conversations get even more heated when champions decide to hang up their gloves. The retirement of any major fighter always sparks endless discussions about what they accomplished and what they left unfinished.<\/p>
Jon Jones recently announced his retirement from the UFC after years of being considered the GOAT. His decision came months after defeating Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, successfully defending his heavyweight title. But Jones left many fans frustrated because he chose not to fight Tom Aspinall, the interim heavyweight champion who many believed deserved a shot at unifying the titles. This controversial exit has divided the MMA<\/a> community, with some supporting Jones’ choice and others calling it a disappointing end to a legendary career.<\/p> Islam Makhachev didn’t hesitate to defend Jon Jones against his critics. The UFC lightweight champion made it clear that he believes Jones has already proven everything he needs to prove. According to Makhachev, Jones doesn’t need to fight Tom Aspinall because his status as the greatest fighter of all time is already set in stone.<\/p> “He [Jon Jones] don’t have to [fight Tom Aspinall]. He did all he had to do in MMA.”<\/em><\/strong><\/p>Islam Makhachev Backs Jones As A Legend<\/h2>