Jones-Aspinall Title Fight Delayed Amid UFC Uncertainty

Negotiations for a UFC heavyweight title unification bout between Jon Jones and interim champion Tom Aspinall remain stalled, contributing to frustration among fans and fighters. Jones, who last fought in November 2024, has admitted to not training regularly since and suggested the UFC favors him as champion due to business interests, benefiting financially from Aspinall's interim status. UFC lightweight Renato Moicano speculated that the delay in arranging Jones vs. Aspinall may be linked to the UFC's ongoing TV deal negotiations. Aspinall, growing impatient, has declared Jones 'retired' and announced he has an agreement with the UFC for his next fight, though his opponent has not been revealed. UFC CEO Dana White maintains that the unification bout will happen. The situation underscores continued uncertainty and stagnation in the heavyweight division.