Jon Jones Takes Aim at Heavyweight Rival: ‘Incredibly Overrated’

In the interview, Jones discussed his role mentoring Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson, reflected on his career, and even teased that he’d love to headline a potential White House fight night — preferably against reigning two-division champion Alex Pereira, who he called ‘a blockbuster matchup waiting to happen.’ But the mood shifted when conversation turned toward one of the UFC’s current heavyweight leaders, and Jones wasted no time dissecting what he sees as flaws.

Jones then turned his attention toward Tom Aspinall, describing the fighter as ‘a one-trick pony’, claiming that his ‘wrestling and jiu-jitsu are incredibly overrated.’ Jones went on to analyze recent performances in detail, saying he believed Aspinall looked ‘uncomfortable’ and ‘checked out the moment adversity hit.’ It was classic Jones — clinical, dismissive, and laced with competitive bite.

‘He couldn’t touch Gane at all,’ Jones said. ‘He was getting busted open. When he got hurt, he immediately shut down. He doesn’t have that dog in him.’

The same interview revealed a surprising tone of reconciliation toward UFC president Dana White. Jones admitted there was a ‘verbal agreement that didn’t go over well’ and said he wished to ‘apologize face-to-face’ so they could ‘let bygones be bygones and get back to making major money for the sport.’

It’s a notable shift from a man once known for feuds and suspensions. Now, with a potential return on the horizon and talk of a White House card buzzing through the MMA world, Jones seems focused on finishing his story on his own terms — and reminding the new generation that his throne isn’t up for grabs just yet.