Overview

• The heavyweight division remains in limbo as negotiations for a unification bout between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall stall, with no confirmed date in sight.
• Tom Aspinall, the interim champion, has expressed frustration over nearly a year of inactivity and the lack of clarity about a fight with Jones.
• Jon Jones has issued cryptic statements about his career, hinting at readiness to fight but also suggesting possible retirement, further fueling uncertainty.
• A fan-driven petition to strip Jones of his undisputed title due to inactivity has surpassed 34,000 signatures, reflecting mounting public discontent.
• UFC President Dana White has reiterated his commitment to ensuring the fight happens in 2025, but no official announcement has been made.