Jon Jones raises his voice and suggests he will have an easy time against Tom Aspinall 'when he returns to the UFC'

Jon Jones after victory over Stipe Miocic No. UFC 309. Photo: Reproduction X/UFC

The long-awaited fight to unify the heavyweight division titles (up to 120,2 kg) is increasingly discredited. While the public waits, Jon Jones surprises with a possible retirement e Tom aspinall reveals mental consequences of waiting. However, what has not been lost while the UFC does not set a date is the confidence of the linear champion of the category.

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In a recent dig, clearly aimed at the interim champion, Bones shared a video of a dog calmly fighting with a rather loud, defeated companion. In the caption, the fighter wrote, "How I feel about returning to the UFC after some much-needed downtime."

Jon Jones via. Instagram

“What I feel like returning to the UFC after some much needed downtime.”

(via. @JonnyBones) #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/haLztKxKho

— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) May 20, 2025

Jon Jones hasn't fought since November of last year, when he defended his title against Stipe Miocic. In the main fight UFC 309, 'Bones' knocked out his opponent at the end of the third round. Miocic retired at the time.

Yes, Tom aspinall has been without stepping into the octagon for the longest time. The last time he defended his interim belt was in July 2024, a year after winning the title, against Curtis blaydes. Won by knockout in the first round.