The 12 MMA Fights We're Craving in 2025

ESPN's Brett Okamoto reveals his most anticipated MMA fights for the upcoming year, including Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall and more.

In 2025, we're hoping for some thrilling MMA matchups. Brett Okamoto shares his wishlist, headlined by Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall. Other exciting fights include Jones/Aspinall vs. Alex Pereira, Dricus Du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev, and more.

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