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Former UFC champion: 'Jon Jones is ducking Tom Aspinall'
Interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall expects his next opponent to be announced soon but it doesn't seem likely that it'll be undisputed heavyweight titleholder Jon Jones.
UFC legend who rivaled Jon Jones slams him over Aspinall controversy
Former UFC double-champion and major Jon Jones rival, Daniel Cormier, has called Jones' refusal to fight Tom Aspinall into question. Jones and Cormier had one of, if not the ugliest feuds in the UFC, with death threats and fights at the face-offs included.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 11
Dana White Confirms Jon Jones 'Agreed to Fight' Tom Aspinall, But What Happened Next?
The UFC heavyweight division’s long-standing limbo took a dramatic turn last week as Dana White finally broke his silence on the Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall saga.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 11
Tom Aspinall hints at imminent fight announcement as Jon Jones rumors go cold
The story of Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall's fabled fight continues to unveil new chapters, but this time, the news may not be what most fans want to hear.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 11
Jon Jones ‘can’t be scared’… UFC star opens up about why the legend isn’t fighting Tom Aspinall
Jon Jones is not scared of Tom Aspinall, according to a fellow UFC heavyweight. Currently, fans are becoming increasingly concerned that the legend isn’t going to face the interim champion.
MMA News / The SportsRush / June 10
‘Out of My Hands’: Frustrated Tom Aspinall Blames Dana White & Co. of UFC Politics Over Jon Jones Fight
Whether it’s a positive or a negative for the UFC remains to be seen, but it’s the saga that refuses to end. Tom Aspinall’s ongoing pursuit is approaching 20 months, and the interim champion appears no closer to securing the biggest fight of his career.
MMA News / The SportsRush / June 10
‘Active’: Paddy Pimblett Subtly Fires at Jon Jones While Praising Tom Aspinall as ‘Best Heavyweight in the World’
Paddy Pimblett has made it clear who he’s rooting for between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. MMA fans have been going on and on about how ‘Bones’ should vacate his title if he doesn’t plan on fighting the Brit.
UFC announces 2 blockbuster events for October schedule
UFC's event schedule for the final quarter of 2025 is starting to come together. Fans might be disappointed to learn that the names Jon Jones or Tom Aspinall haven't been discussed, despite Dana White's claims that the fight is going to happen.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 9
Dana White Co-sign Instills Confidence in Tom Aspinall Amidst Jon Jones ‘Crazy’ Antics
Tom Aspinall has held the UFC interim heavyweight championship for a record number of days without fighting for the undisputed title. He has done absolutely everything in his power to secure a fight with Jon Jones, but has remained unsuccessful so far.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 8
‘Love that’… Tom Aspinall reacts to Jon Jones vs Francis Ngannou getting shut down by Dana White
Tom Aspinall has spoken out for the first time since Jon Jones called out Francis Ngannou. The interim heavyweight titleholder had hoped to face ‘Bones’ for undisputed UFC gold in 2025.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 8
Dana White insists that Jon Jones ‘accepted the fight’ with Tom Aspinall despite tweet storm
Dana White wasn’t aware Jon Jones had been causing a stir on social media this week. The UFC heavyweight champion teased retirement and explained why he won’t fight Tom Aspinall.
MMA News / The SportsRush / June 7
'Craziest Story': Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall Drama Has Earned Its Place in UFC History, Feels Michael Bisping
UFC veteran Michael Bisping has claimed the ongoing saga between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall will likely go down as one of the “craziest” in the history of the Octagon.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
‘I don’t believe Jon Jones turned it down’… MMA legend says the UFC champion has not avoided Tom Aspinall
Jon Jones is not running from Tom Aspinall, according to a former UFC world title challenger. For months on end, fans have patiently waited, hoping the
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
Jon Jones responds to ‘clowns’ criticism of chasing Francis Ngannou fight over Tom Aspinall unification
June 6 was a busy day for the UFC’s heavyweight champion following several social media posts from Jon Jones. The consensus greatest of all time seemingly clarified that he wouldn’t be returning to the Octagon after Jones shot down the idea of him facing Tom Aspinall.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 6
Jon Jones snubs Tom Aspinall in favor of Francis Ngannou clash
Jon Jones has set his sights on a legacy fight against Francis Ngannou, dismissing any speculation of facing Tom Aspinall. 'Bones' is the current and second-longest reigning UFC heavyweight champion, but he is still refusing to acknowledge a matchup with interim titleholder Aspinall.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 6
Watch: UFC 316 Presser Hijacked by ‘Strip Jon Jones’ Chants from Loud Crowd
While the UFC tries its best to provide top-notch MMA action with pay-per-view events, fans still expect more frequent elite-level matchups. The promotion hasn’t given a clear picture of several fights, which naturally leads to confusion and rising dissatisfaction.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 4
UFC Veteran Hopeful About Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall Due to Key Negotiation Factor
After several months of speculation, the UFC heavyweight title unification bout between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall remains officially unannounced. Aspinall has already defended his interim title impressively and now holds the record as the longest-reigning interim heavyweight champion ever.
Heavyweight Slugger Has New Opponent In Mind
After more than a year of waiting, UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall may just be moving on from a title unification bout with Jon Jones Almost a full calendar year since making the first defense of his belt last July, Tom Aspinall may just be gearing up for a much-anticipated return to the Octagon.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 3
Tom Aspinall Reveals Major Update Ahead of UFC Return
The UFC’s heavyweight division has been frozen in time. With the title picture murky and Jon Jones sidelined, the promotion’s biggest weight class has remained in limbo for months.
MMA News / Field Level Media / June 2
UFC's Tom Aspinall moving on from 'retired' Jon Jones
Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall considers Jon Jones to be retired and wants to move on. Aspinall has not stepped into the Octagon since July 27, 2024, when he successfully defended the interim title with a first round knockout of Curtis Blades.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 2
Jones’ Old nemesis pegs Aspinall ‘future legend’
Former UFC champion Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson has some strong opinions on the UFC Interim Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. Jackson has a strong feeling that Aspinall will be around for years to come.
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