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Joe Rogan Retracts Claim Of Jon Jones’ Pay Demand For Tom Aspinall Fight: ‘Dana Contacted Me…’

Joe Rogan is backpedaling on his recent assertion regarding Jon Jones’ potential title fight against Tom Aspinall. Interim UFC Heavyweight champion Aspinall has been relentlessly campaigning for a title unification showdown with Jones for over a year now. However, “Bones” has repeatedly brushed off the challenge, though he hasn’t entirely shut the door — hinting […]

Joe Rogan is backpedaling on his recent assertion regarding Jon Jones’ potential title fight against Tom Aspinall.

Interim UFC Heavyweight champion Aspinall has been relentlessly campaigning for a title unification showdown with Jones for over a year now. However, “Bones” has repeatedly brushed off the challenge, though he hasn’t entirely shut the door — hinting that he’d consider stepping into the Octagon if the UFC presents him with the most lucrative payday of his career.

Interestingly, Rogan claimed on his podcast that he had heard whispers of the reigning UFC Heavyweight champion demanding a staggering $30 million to face Aspinall. He even expressed optimism that the UFC might meet the hefty price tag to make the highly anticipated clash a reality.

However, during a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience, the seasoned UFC commentator shared that he received a call from UFC CEO Dana White, who refuted his earlier statements. Rogan admitted the particular episode was recorded roughly two weeks ago and confessed he couldn’t recall the source who mentioned Jones’ rumored $30 million demand.

“We were talking about Jon Jones and I had heard a rumor that Jon Jones wanted $30 million to fight Tom Aspinall,” Rogan said. “And I did hear that rumor and I did hear that the UFC said yes. But it is not true, Dana contacted me and said that rumor is bullsh*t. So I felt obligated to tell everybody that was a fake rumor. I don’t even remember because we did that podcast two weeks ago, I don’t remember who told me that.”

“Bones” was last seen in action at UFC 309 in November 2024, where he secured a dominant third-round knockout win over former champion Stipe Miocic in his first heavyweight title defense.

Meanwhile, Aspinall has held the interim heavyweight title since knocking out Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295 in November 2023. He further solidified his reign with another knockout win over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304 in July 2024.

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‘Joe Rogan Thinks UFC Will Pay It’: Daniel Cormier Weighs in on Jon Jones’ $30 Million Request

'Joe Rogan Thinks UFC Will Pay It’: Daniel Cormier Weighs in on Jon Jones’ $30 Million Request If the UFC wants to book a title unification clash between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall, they’re gonna have…

If the UFC wants to book a title unification clash between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall, they’re gonna have to pony up some serious dough.

Following his third-round stoppage of Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, ‘Bones’ left the door open for a long-awaited showdown with Aspinall to unify their respective heavyweight titles. But just because Jones is willing to take the fight, doesn’t mean he’s going to do it for cheap.

According to popular podcaster and long-time UFC color commentator Joe Rogan, the undisputed heavyweight champions’s asking price is a whopping $30 million. That might sound like a lot, but let’s not forget that ‘Bones’ is without a doubt the greatest mixed martial artist in the history of the sport, regardless of your opinion on his antics outside the cage.

Add that to the fact that Jones vs. Aspinall would be the biggest heavyweight fight in UFC history, and you’ve got an opportunity for both fighters to cash in big. Especially Jones.

However, not everyone is convinced that Dana White and Co will fork over that kind of cash for anyone not named Conor McGregor.

“Rogan thinks that the UFC is gonna pay it,” Daniel Cormier said on his YouTube channel. Rogan thinks that the UFC will pay the $30 million to get Jon Jones in there with Tom Aspinall. I’m not sure he gets to 30, but if you ask for 30 and you get 20 or you get 15, that’s a win for Jon Jones.”

Cormier thinks the UFC needs tom Aspinall to beat jon jones

DC’ also stressed the importance of not only getting Jon Jones inside the Octagon with Aspinall, but the Brit coming out on top in their potential clash. If not, ‘Bones’ could potentially walk away from the fight game with gold still strapped around his waist, leaving the promotion in a precarious position.

“Jones leaves, and you can do whatever you want,” Cormier said. “We could go Aspinall versus [Alex] Pereira, Aspinall versus this guy, or that guy. It doesn’t matter. It doesn’t matter because, even though Francis Ngannou isn’t the name that Jon Jones is, people were saying when Jones became champ, “Well, he didn’t beat Francis,” right? There was a break in the heavyweight championship timeline. If you want to say it like that, we can make massive fights, but it will never overcome the idea that Jon Jones left as the champ. And then that would happen two times back to back. So it’d be a massive mistake.

“They’ve got to get him in there with Aspinall. And you’ve got to hope that Aspinall wins if you want the heavyweight title to continue being what the heavyweight title has been. Because if he doesn’t, and Jones goes, ‘I’m walking away as the greatest of all time, as the reigning heavyweight champion,” it leaves a gap that’s hard to fill.’”

Report: Jon Jones Demands $30 Million for Tom Aspinall Fight, Rumored to Be the Biggest Heavyweight Clash in UFC History

Jon Jones is rumored to demand $30 million to step into the octagon against interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall….

Jon Jones is rumored to demand $30 million to step into the octagon against interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. The potential showdown, which UFC President Dana White has confirmed as the next step for the heavyweight division, is being touted as the “biggest heavyweight fight in UFC history.”

Jon Jones Wants $30 Million

‘Bones’ Jon Jones recently returned to action at UFC 309 to defeat Stipe Miocic via TKO to defend his heavyweight crown. The US-born athlete has stated that he does not feel obligated to fight again unless the UFC meets his financial demands.

Speaking on his podcast, UFC commentator Joe Rogan revealed the rumored figure, calling it “f*** you money.” Jones has made it clear that he would only take the fight if he feels the compensation is worth the risk, saying, “If I give [Aspinall] the opportunity to fight me, I want to be well compensated. Otherwise, my life is perfect. I don’t need him, but he needs me.” Apparently, the number Jones is asking for is a whopping $30 million according to Rogan.

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The fight has been highly anticipated since Aspinall claimed the interim heavyweight title in 2023 with a stunning first-round knockout of Sergei Pavlovich. Aspinall further solidified his position as a top contender by defending his title against Curtis Blaydes. Despite his respect for Jones’ legacy, Aspinall believes he sees “openings” in Jones’ game, though he admits, “Whether I can do it or not, I don’t know.”

Tom Aspinall

Adding to the drama, Jon Jones has publicly expressed his dislike for Aspinall, calling him an “a**hole” in interviews and during the UFC 309 post-fight press conference. The tension between the two fighters only heightens fan interest in the matchup, which is expected to unify the heavyweight titles and draw significant pay-per-view revenue.

Negotiations for the fight may be challenging given ‘Bones’ Jones’ steep asking price. The fight’s massive scale has already sparked speculation about a potential collaboration with Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Season events, known for hosting high-profile combat sports matches. With Dana White guaranteeing the fight for 2025, fans eagerly await what could be one of the most monumental bouts in UFC history.

Joe Rogan Shocks with His Surprising UFC GOAT Picks: No GSP!

When it comes to the undisputed GOATs of MMA, Joe Rogan has three names in mind — and none…

When it comes to the undisputed GOATs of MMA, Joe Rogan has three names in mind — and none of them are Jon Jones or Georges St-Pierre.

The debate over who should be hailed as the greatest mixed martial artist of all time has been raging on for years. Recently, Dana White made his opinion abundantly clear by dubbing ‘Bones’ Jones the undisputed GOAT and getting straight-up argumentative with anyone who disagreed.

But according to the longtime UFC color commentator, Jones doesn’t even rank in the top three.

During an episode of his ever-popular podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, the former Fear Factor host shared who he sees topping the list, starting with the best middleweight champion of all time, Anderson ‘The Spider’ Silva.

“You gotta look at them in this window of time,” Rogan said. “And sometimes it’s just a few years where they’re accomplishing things in a way that it’s extraordinary you go, ‘I’ve never seen anybody better’. Anderson Silva, when he was in his prime, he was operating at a different speed than [his opponents]. He was processing things with like a 2024 computer, and they were using a Windows ’95” (h/t GiveMeSport).

Up next for Rogan, and perhaps the most controversial pick, Khabib Nurmagomedov.

“That’s just how good Khabib was (on his wins over Poirier & Gaethje),” Rogan continued. “He’s so good. It’s almost a tragedy that he never wants to fight again. He’ll go out, without a doubt, as one of the greatest to ever do it. If not the best ever, he’s definitely in the argument.”

The Eagle’ went 29-0 in his illustrious career and retired as the UFC lightweight world champion following a trio of successful title defenses against Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, and Justin Gaethje. However, some dispute Nurmagomedov’s status as one of MMA’s greats, noting his lack of notable opponents outside of the three names mentioned above.

Joe Rogan closes out his list with flyweight great demetrious Johnson

Last but certainly not least for Rogan was Demetrious ‘Mighty Mouse’ Johnson. As the UFC’s first-ever flyweight titleholder, successfully defended his belt an incredible 11 times, securing the record for most consecutive title defenses in promotional history.

Johnson also holds the record for most submission wins in UFC title fights and was just the second fighter in UFC history to capture performance bonuses in all four categories — Fight, Knockout, Performance, and Submission.

“When he was in his prime, ‘Might Mouse’ was a motherf*cker to watch,” Rogan said. “He would do sh*t that no one could do. There’s not a champion alive that can do that [suplex] the way “Mighty Mouse” can do that. When [Johnson] fought [Henry] Cejudo the first time, it was a masterclass. I maintain that he is the finest expression of martial arts I have ever seen.”

Even after leaving the UFC, Johnson’s dominance continued under the ONE Championship banner. He went on to win the ONE Flyweight World Grand Prix tournament before claiming the ONE flyweight championship.

He also competed in the promotion’s first-ever mixed-rules bout, scoring a second-round submission victory over Muay Thai icon Rodtang Jitmuangnon.

Creatine Cognitive Benefits: Expert Reveals Shocking Secret Mental Energy Hack on Joe Rogan

Want to boost your cognitive performance? Creatine is the answer. That comes according to Derek from the popular YouTube…

Want to boost your cognitive performance? Creatine is the answer.

That comes according to Derek from the popular YouTube channel More Plates, More Dates. During a recent appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience, Derek offered some interesting details on what he believes is one of the most “slept-on” supplements readily available.

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“Creatine is one of the most slept-on supplements,” Derek said. “It’s gotten more attention recently because of studies showing its cognitive benefits.”

“What’s the mechanism behind the cognitive benefits?” Rogan asked.

“It’s thought to improve local energy production in the brain,” Derek replied. “Some people, due to genetics or aging, might have deficiencies in ATP production. Creatine helps replenish those stores, bringing you back to baseline.”

One of the most underappreciated nootropics and neuroprotective compounds – Creatine

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— More Plates More Dates (@Derek_Fitness) December 9, 2024

Derek schools Joe Rogan on creatine dosing for cognitive benefits

Of course, Derek did stop there. He proceeded to school the longtime UFC color commentator on creatine, including some helpful advice on how to determine the dose proper dose based on your body type.

“Another thing that’s not being tested for, which I don’t think it should be, but — creatine at adequate doses. Interestingly, for years, we’ve all been told, ‘Take your five grams, and you’re good,’ Derek added. “But what’s often not talked about is the fact that that dosage is not going to be optimal for every single person.

“You will likely achieve muscle saturation with that dose, but it doesn’t mean you’re going to get the full suite of benefits. It depends on your genetics, how much you weigh, your muscle mass, and your metabolism. Five grams for a 140-pound person versus a 240-pound person is very different.

The Drake Curse: From Rap Feuds to Fight Picks Joe Rogan Questions Drake’s Losing Streak

Is the Drake Curse real? Canadian rapper Drake has been struggling in hip hop losing a public feud against…

Is the Drake Curse real? Canadian rapper Drake has been struggling in hip hop losing a public feud against Kendrick Lamar, and Joe Rogan wants to see him stop losing in gambling as well. We take a closer look at the alleged Drake Curse.

Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar and Drake had a hip-hop rivalry earlier this year in which each man released tracks trashing the other with revealing lyrics. In the end, ‘Not Like Us’ by Kendrick won him the overall war and now the Canadian rapper is looking to take the music label to court over this. Music critic Anthony Fantano said:

“Many people are taking to the internet to call Drake a “Karen” or somebody who is crying foul for no reason—or, at the very least, being hypocritical on some level. Because Drake, being signed for years to UMG as well, and, you know, really being that huge flagship artist when it comes to commercial hip-hop success… chances are, if Kendrick Lamar has received some kind of behind-the-scenes industry push for his music, some inorganic plays, Drake’s probably received the same treatment at some point as well.“

The Drake Curse

The Drake curse is a phenomenon in sports betting where athletes associated with him tend to experience losses. Based on the data, what can we say about Drake’s betting history in the UFC?

While the Canadian rapper has experienced significant losses in UFC betting, it’s worth noting that he has also had several wins. His overall profit in UFC betting is positive. The “curse” seems more apparent in high-profile losses, which tend to attract more attention.

Some of his significant losses in UFC betting include:

UFC 281 (12-Nov-2022): He lost $1,595,467 betting on Israel Adesanya to beat Alex Pereira
UFC 297 (20-Jan-2024): He lost $700,000 on Sean Strickland to beat Dricus Du Plessis
UFC 292 (19-Aug-2023): He lost $500,000 betting on Aljamain Sterling to beat Sean O’Malley
UFC 293 (9-Sep-2023): Another $500,000 loss occurred when he bet on Israel Adesanya to KO Sean Strickland
UFC 305 (17-Aug-2024): He lost $450,000 betting on Israel Adesanya to beat Dricus Du Plessis

Joe Rogan is highly concerned about the Drake Curse and his losses, on his show, Rogan said:

“I want to get ahold of Drake and talk to him about his fight picks. That motherf**ker loses more money on fights. I want to call him up.”