Jon Jones Faces Backlash for Avoiding Heavyweight Title Unification with Tom Aspinall

Jones prioritizes a potential fight with Alex Pereira over a title bout with interim champion Aspinall, drawing criticism from fans and the MMA community.

Jon Jones, preparing to defend his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, has shown little interest in facing interim champion Tom Aspinall.
Fans and the MMA community criticize Jones for comparing himself to Conor McGregor and avoiding a unification bout with Aspinall, who has defended his interim title.
Jones has expressed a preference for a fight with light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, citing legacy and financial incentives over Aspinall's challenge.
Speculation surrounds the potential retirement of both Jones and Miocic after UFC 309, which could impact Aspinall's path to the undisputed title.
UFC President Dana White suggests that the winner of Jones vs. Miocic may still face Aspinall, emphasizing the opportunity for young fighters to prove themselves.