UFC President Dana White has indicated that a fight between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall is becoming increasingly likely.
In a recent interview with TNT Sports, White stated, “The fight is definitely going to happen. We are now in the process of finalizing the details and getting the contracts signed. It`s just a matter of time.”
A Jones versus Aspinall matchup is considered by many to be the most significant fight the UFC can currently arrange for the undisputed heavyweight championship.
White reiterated the progress, saying, “It’s going to happen. It`s essentially agreed upon, but not officially finalized to the point where I can announce the date. However, the fight is confirmed. We just need to complete the signing process.”
Aspinall last competed in July, successfully defending his interim heavyweight title against Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. Jones`s last fight was in November at UFC 309, where he defeated Stipe Miocic to retain the UFC heavyweight title.
White emphasized the magnitude of the potential event, “My team and I believe this will be the biggest heavyweight fight we`ve ever promoted. Once we officially confirm and announce the fight, and begin the promotion, it will be the biggest heavyweight fight in UFC history.”
Aspinall has expressed impatience with the delay in finalizing the fight agreement, urging Jones to either accept the fight or retire, suggesting that avoiding the fight would be seen as avoiding him.
Aspinall commented, “Jon has no other options. He either has to fight me or retire. If he chooses to retire, it will be clear to everyone that he was avoiding this fight. There are no other fights lined up for Jon at the moment, so this fight makes perfect sense.”
