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UFC Heavyweight Unification Stalls as Fan Petition Surges Past 140,000

Fan outrage over Jon Jones’ extended layoff reached a peak after interim champion Tom Aspinall’s May 28 announcement turned out to be a brand partnership rather than a fight update.

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Overview

  • A Change.org petition demanding Jon Jones be stripped of his undisputed heavyweight title has topped 140,000 signatures, underscoring growing fan impatience.
  • UFC President Dana White insists the long-awaited Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall unification bout will occur in 2025 despite the absence of an official date.
  • On May 28, Tom Aspinall confirmed he is willing to face any opponent and is exploring alternative matchups due to the ongoing delay.
  • Top contenders like Alexander Volkov have publicly criticized the frozen heavyweight title picture for shrinking their own championship opportunities.
  • Aspinall’s teased “heavyweight news” revealed a collaboration with apparel brand Champion, disappointing supporters who expected fight details.