The circus that surrounds the Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall combat continues to rage on as extra mild has been shed on the rumored conflict.
A one-sided win over Stipe Miocic appeared to have modified Jones’ thoughts on retirement, however that also stays a robust chance. Whereas some suppose it is a negotiation tactic, the UFC heavyweight king is displaying no real interest in unifying the titles in opposition to the present interim champion.
As an alternative, Jon Jones is eyeing a super-fight with Alex Pereira, however that is not seemingly. Regardless of latest contradicting stories, Jones has once more hinted at by no means preventing Tom Aspinall.
“Certain, name me a fuck for the following 12 months,” Jones stated in response to a fan on X. “Ultimately Tom will lose throughout the subsequent two or three fights.”
“My legacy will go on as the best MMA [fighter] ever. Finish of story.”
Certain, name me duck for the following 12 months, ultimately Tom will lose throughout the subsequent two or three fights and my legacy will go on as the best MMA combat ever. Finish of story. 🤓 https://t.co/9XV8n92GAH
— Jonny Meat (@JonnyBones) November 29, 2024
Although, as an alternative of confirming his retirement, Jones insisted that he would first relinquish his title earlier than parting methods with the game.
It is unclear if his aim stays a matchup in opposition to the top of the sunshine heavyweight desk Alex Pereira, however the 37-year-old does appear utterly uninterested within the rumored Aspinall affair.
“I would most likely vacate the belt earlier than formally retiring,” Jones stated. “Let’s examine how my assembly with [the] UFC goes.”
I’d most likely vacate the belt earlier than formally retiring. Let’s see how my assembly with Ufc goes. https://t.co/jlG7xl6NYx
— Jonny Meat (@JonnyBones) November 29, 2024
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Will Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall occur?
Whether or not it’s a negotiation tactic or Jon Jones’ lack of curiosity within the combat, there’s nonetheless perception that Tom Aspinall will get his likelihood to contend for the undisputed title within the close to future.
Although he allegedly does not have insider data, UFC commentator Jon Anik believes the highly-anticipated bout will go forward.
If an settlement is not struck between all events, it seems seemingly that Jones can be pressured to surrender his title and Tom Aspinall will then be promoted to the heavyweight champion.
