Overview

• Dana White reiterated his confidence that the Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall unification fight will take place in 2025, dismissing recent rumors as unfounded.
• Negotiations for the fight remain unresolved, with financial terms and scheduling reportedly contributing to the delays.
• Jon Jones, the longest-reigning heavyweight champion in UFC history, has faced criticism for not yet defending his title against interim champion Aspinall.
• Tom Aspinall's father, Andy Aspinall, publicly criticized the UFC for its handling of the situation, calling the delays 'stupid' and expressing frustration over his son's inactivity.
• Chael Sonnen's conflicting claims about the fight being finalized and then retracted have added to public confusion and skepticism about the bout's status.