There’s no doubt Jon Jones is one UFC fighter who likes to settle scores, whether inside the cage or out. While many fans are still asking why he hasn’t fought Tom Aspinall yet, Jones recently responded in a subtle way. He posted a video of a calm dog pinning down a loud one, with a caption comparing it to his UFC return. It’s a quiet but clear message aimed at Aspinall, suggesting he’s all talk and not a real threat.
In a recent Instagram Story, Jones posted a video showing a calm dog effortlessly pinning a more aggressive, barking dog to the ground. Along with the clip, he wrote, “What I feel like returning to the UFC after some much-needed downtime.” This post is widely seen as a subtle dig at fellow UFC fighter Tom Aspinall.
Jon Jones via. Instagram
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) May 20, 2025
"What I feel like returning to the UFC after some much needed downtime." 👀👀
(via. @JonnyBones) #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/haLztKxKho
Jones has publicly questioned Aspinall’s qualifications and track record, implying that he doesn’t deserve a fight against him. By comparing himself to the composed dog and Aspinall to the loud one, Jones seems to be mocking Aspinall’s attempts to challenge him, reinforcing his view that Aspinall is all talk with less to back it up.
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While fans are still puzzled by why Aspinall and Jones haven’t squared off yet, questions are mounting. Veteran contender Anthony Smith alleges that ‘Bones’ is purposefully rattling Aspinall’s composure. Smith highlighted Jones’s well-known knack for disrupting opponents’ focus well in advance of a bout. He believes those tactics are already taking a toll on Aspinall, who seems to be showing early cracks under the strain of Jones’s subtle psychological assaults.
Aspinall’s frustration is palpable as the showdown remains off the schedule. Should he land a knockout on Jones, it would instantly define his legacy and rank among the UFC’s most unforgettable finishes. Yet all that hinges on the promotion officially signing the bout. Until then, speculation and excitement will only continue to climb.
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