The UFC realm is still reeling with shock. While most fans anticipated a Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall showdown, Jones announced his retirement. Such an unexpected development even surprised the UFC head honcho, Dana White. After all, he promised the fans that the Jones vs. Aspinall fight was on.
In a recent statement, White expressed that Jon Jones had certain financial demands. According to White, the UFC also complies with all his demands. Thus, it was quite perplexing even for the UFC boss to fathom why Jones walked away.
“The fight was done. We had the fight done a long time ago. Why he decided not to fight, I don’t know. He was offered what he deserves for that fight,” said White.
Dana White questions Jon Jones' decision to walk away despite finalized fight and fair offer
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) June 22, 2025
"The fight was done. We had the fight done a long time ago. Why he decided not to fight, I don't know. He was offered what he deserves for that fight."
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Surely, the rumors were swirling for a long time. After returning from injury, Jones chose to fight Stipe Miocic. And while he did win the bout, Jones was criticized for allegedly ‘ducking’ Tom Aspinall. Unfortunately, that fight never materialized. And in a recent statement, Tom Aspinall was crowned the new UFC heavyweight champion.
Tom Aspinall Vows To Take The Division Forward
Aspinall got his dreams fulfilled. Waiting for almost a year, Aspinall has finally been crowned as the UFC undisputed heavyweight champion. And now, having gotten the belt, Aspinall wants to impact the division positively. With Jones facing criticisms for his inactivity, Aspinall stated he would be an active champion.
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“It’s time to get this Heavyweight division going. An active Undisputed Champion,”Aspinall stated.
Tom Aspinall reacts to the news that he's the new undisputed UFC heavyweight champion:
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) June 21, 2025
"It’s time to get this Heavyweight division going. An active Undisputed Champion." 👀🔥
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Thus, with things getting interesting, it remains to be seen what happens next.
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