UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has been making headlines with his desire to face former champion Stipe Miocic next, rather than a unification bout with interim champion Tom Aspinall. Jones has expressed his clear decision to stick to his original plans and fight the man with all the accolades, dismissing the idea of facing Aspinall, whom he referred to as a potential hype train. Despite Aspinall’s impressive performance in the UFC, Jones seems focused on his goal of taking on Miocic, whom he considers the best heavyweight ever.
The 36-year-old champion hasn’t fought since March 2023, when he made his heavyweight debut against Ciryl Gane. Jones submitted Gane in just over two minutes and immediately set his sights on targeting Miocic for a fight. Although a bout between Jones and Miocic was scheduled for UFC 295 last November, an injury forced Jones to withdraw from the fight, leading to confusion about a potential unification bout with Aspinall. Jones placed some of the blame on the UFC for introducing the interim title in his absence, causing confusion among fans.
While there is no set timetable for Jones’ return to the Octagon, he has mentioned that he is in the early stages of preparing for his next fight. On the other hand, rumors suggest that Aspinall may defend his interim title at UFC 304 in Manchester, England. Despite the speculation, Jones remains focused on facing Miocic in his next bout, emphasizing his commitment to giving the best heavyweight the fight he desires. Jones acknowledges the nature of the sport, with new challengers always emerging, but his ultimate goal is to cement his legacy by taking on the best in the division.
As Jon Jones navigates the turbulent waters of the UFC heavyweight division, his determination to face the top competitors remains unwavering. While contenders like Tom Aspinall continue to make waves in the division, Jones’ eyes are firmly set on a showdown with former champion Stipe Miocic. Jones’ commitment to his original plans and his reluctance to deviate from them demonstrate his unwavering focus on solidifying his legacy in the sport. As the future unfolds, fans can expect Jones to continue his quest for greatness in the Octagon, with potential matchups against the best fighters in the division on the horizon.
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