Tom Aspinall claimed the interim heavyweight title on Nov. 11, 2023, and earned the right to challenge heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Aspinall's victory followed Jones' injury that required him to withdraw from UFC 295. Despite UFC president Dana White's assurances about a future fight, Jones' social media activity casts doubt on their match scheduling. Aspinall successfully defended his interim title against Curtis Blaydes in July 2024, raising anticipation for a clash with Jones, yet substantial delays have kept fans eager for this anticipated bout.
I'm the best finisher in the UFC, if I start to snowball you, you're done, Aspinall tells the Manchester, England, crowd at UFC 304 during his postfight interview. Who wants to see Tom Aspinall vs. Jon Jones?
UFC president Dana White continues to assure that a fight between Jones and Aspinall will happen, asserting at UFC 316 that Jon Jones was offered the deal and accepted it.
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