Overview

• Tom Aspinall, holding the interim UFC heavyweight title for over 550 days, has expressed frustration and is considering alternative options if the fight with Jon Jones is not scheduled soon.
• Jon Jones has faced criticism from former fighters and fans for his perceived reluctance to face Aspinall, with some attributing the delay to his focus on non-fighting commitments, including a reality show in Thailand.
• Reports suggest financial negotiations, including Jones' rumored demand for a $30 million purse, have been a key factor in delaying the fight's announcement.
• UFC President Dana White remains adamant that the heavyweight unification bout will take place in 2025, with speculation pointing to a potential November date at Madison Square Garden.
• While some insiders dispute claims that Jones is intentionally avoiding the fight, the delay has sparked widespread debate about his priorities and the future of the heavyweight division.