Jon Jones, Tom Aspinall Fight Expected as UFC Nears Announcement

The long-anticipated UFC heavyweight title unification bout between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall remains unresolved, with Jones legally unable to discuss the fight while the UFC controls announcements. Both fighters have refrained from confirming details, fueling speculation and frustration among fans and fighters alike. Despite ongoing negotiations behind the scenes involving Jones, Aspinall, and the UFC, no official date has been set, and Jones has hinted that the UFC will soon make a formal announcement. The stalemate has led to public petitions calling for Jones to be stripped of the title due to inactivity, as Aspinall has been out of the octagon for nearly a year since his interim title win. Michael Bisping believes the fight, especially if held at Madison Square Garden, could result in one of the biggest paydays in UFC history, second only to Conor McGregor. Meanwhile, UFC fighters like Robert Whittaker have expressed dissatisfaction with the handling of the title situation, emphasizing the growing urgency for resolution.