Overview
- White told TMZ Sports the UFC is focused on production and security for the White House show and will not begin building the card until February, with no fights currently finalized.
- He said Jones does not need to apologize for the Aspinall negotiations and again called him the greatest of all time, noting Jones is still considered retired.
- White confirmed he and Jones spoke this week after a prolonged lull in communication, without offering details on any next steps.
- On potential matchups, White said a fight between Jones and the winner of Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane 2 would be the “biggest” option, even as Jones campaigns for Alex Pereira.
- As public lobbying for the event grows, Chael Sonnen criticized fighters for campaigning, and White clarified the card will not be framed as USA vs. the world but will feature the best available bouts.