Jon Jones is standing firm on his decision to fight Stipe Miocic next, despite the clamor for him to face interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. After a pectoral injury sidelined Jones from the originally scheduled UFC 295 bout with Miocic, Aspinall stepped in to claim the interim title in a fight against Sergei Pavlovich.
Despite Aspinall’s calls for a showdown with Jones, the reigning UFC heavyweight champion remains resolute in his focus on Miocic. Jones took to Twitter to express his commitment to facing Miocic, emphasizing his dedication to the original plan and his respect for the veteran heavyweight.
Jones also addressed the introduction of the interim title, acknowledging the UFC’s decision to save the event but expressing his disagreement with the confusion it created in the division. He believes Aspinall should have continued fighting in his absence rather than waiting for a title unification bout.
As speculation swirls about Jones potentially retiring after facing Miocic, he sees the Ohio native as a significant challenge to add to his legacy as one of the greatest mixed martial artists in history. While the fight’s timing remains uncertain, it is likely to take place in September, November, or December based on the current UFC schedule.
With Jones unwavering in his pursuit of Miocic, the heavyweight division awaits the outcome of this highly anticipated matchup. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.