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Sergey Pavlovich could become UFC champion Jon Jones’ next opponent

May 26, 2023

Russian fighter Sergey Pavlovich could enter the octagon against the legendary Jon Jones in the next fight.

The American is the reigning heavyweight champion so the fight will be a title fight.

In this case, Pavlovich may have a real chance to bring the championship belt to Russia.

This is because Jones’ closest potential opponent, top fighter Stipe Miocic, refused to fight.

It was then that the Russian candidacy loomed on the horizon. At the same time, it is reported that Pavlovich and Jones can fight before the end of 2023.

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