Jon Jones Admits No UFC Fight Plans Amid Heavyweight Title Delay

Jon Jones, the current UFC heavyweight champion, continues to delay a highly anticipated unification fight with interim champion Tom Aspinall, leading to frustration among fans, fighters, and UFC officials. Jones has openly expressed a lack of interest in fighting at the moment, stating that while fighting is in his blood, he currently does not care much about it and will only return when the 'itch comes back.' UFC president Dana White has set a deadline for Jones to arrange the fight, describing it as the 'biggest heavyweight fight in UFC history,' but has indicated the UFC will move on if it cannot be finalized soon. MMA analyst Chael Sonnen revealed from Jones' camp that the fight with Aspinall might not happen until 2026, as Jones appears to be waiting for Aspinall to fight two or three more times before accepting the bout. Other UFC fighters, including Curtis Blaydes and Alexandre Pantoja, have voiced support for stripping Jones of his title if he continues to avoid the fight, emphasizing that Aspinall deserves the chance to unify the championship. The ongoing uncertainty has cast doubt over the future of the heavyweight division, with Jones' sporadic activity contrasting with Aspinall's consistent performances as interim champion.