Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has shed light on the prolonged delay in scheduling a title unification bout with Jon Jones. The British fighter, who claimed the interim belt with a decisive victory over Curtis Blaydes in July 2024, has been vocal about his desire to face Jones and unify the heavyweight division but to no avail.
Why Haven’t We Seen Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall?
Aspinall’s frustration is palpable as he explains, on his YouTube, that the holdup appears to be on Jon Jones’ side. Despite repeated assurances from UFC officials that the fight will eventually take place, Aspinall suggests that Jones may be hesitant due to financial considerations or other undisclosed reasons.