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Dana White Confirms Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall is on the Horizon
UFC President Dana White has ignited the MMA world by hinting at a blockbuster showdown between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. With Jones set to face Stipe Miocic later this year, White has made it clear that a fight between Jones and Aspinall is highly likely if Jones emerges victorious. This matchup has been on the radar of MMA fans for months, especially after Aspinall, the current UFC interim heavyweight champion, expressed his desire to face Jones, one of the greatest fighters in UFC history.
Aspinall, who secured the interim belt in November 2023 and has defended it successfully, has been eyeing a fight with Jones ever since. However, the fight with Miocic was already in motion before Jones suffered an injury in October 2023, temporarily delaying a possible unification bout with Aspinall. Despite this, Dana White has assured fans that Jones is not one to shy away from a challenge, and he believes the Jones-Aspinall fight will materialize if Jones defeats Miocic.
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The anticipation for this potential fight is palpable. Aspinall has been on a tear, winning his last three fights by first-round knockout. Meanwhile, Miocic, a two-time heavyweight champion, has not fought since 2021, making his upcoming fight with Jones highly anticipated. Jones, now 37, has hinted at retirement after the Miocic bout, leaving fans wondering if a victory could secure him a final, historic fight against Aspinall.
Jones has taken to social media to emphasize his focus on Miocic, dismissing any talk of him avoiding Aspinall. He has also teased the possibility of retirement but left the door open for a return if the UFC offers him an irresistible deal. Aspinall, on the other hand, has not been shy about mocking Jones, even posting a comedic skit online, poking fun at the idea that Jones might be avoiding him.
Dana White has doubled down on his commitment to making the Jones-Aspinall fight happen, stating that the UFC will do everything in its power to bring this matchup to fruition. He also addressed the criticism that Jones has been over-promoted, standing by his belief that Jones is the greatest UFC fighter of all time. White's confidence in Jones accepting the challenge against Aspinall has only fueled the excitement among fans.
As the heavyweight division heats up, all eyes are on Jones and Miocic's upcoming bout. A victory for Jones could set the stage for one of the most anticipated fights in UFC history, pitting the legendary champion against the rising star in Aspinall. Whether Jones will retire or take on Aspinall remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the UFC is gearing up for a clash that could define the heavyweight division for years to come.
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