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Tom Aspinall labels Jon Jones ‘The best ever’ amid UFC rivalry: ‘I want to test myself against him’

Tom Aspinall labels Jon Jones as the best ever amid UFC rivalry I want to test myself against the bestUFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall clears the air on Jon Jones situation.  Aspinall always seemed like he was…

Tom Aspinall labels Jon Jones as the best ever amid UFC rivalry I want to test myself against the best

UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall clears the air on Jon Jones situation. 

Aspinall always seemed like he was something special but when he knocked out then No.1 ranked Sergei Pavlovich in just over a minute, he now seems like he will be the future of the division. 

The fight was put together on short notice after Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, which was for the undisputed title, had to be scrapped after Jones suffered an injury. You might assume that instead of rebooking Jones and Miocic the logical booking would be Jones vs. Aspinall.

Miocic has had a legendary career, but he will have not fought three years by the time Jones would be fit, and is coming off a knockout loss. Tom Aspinall has serious momentum and is the clear number one contender.

Tom Aspinall responds to fan on social media

Aspinall has expressed his interest in fighting Jones but has now found himself thrust into a major spotlight. He is now receiving more attention than anybody else, form both fans and media. 

Some want to pit Aspinall and Jones against one another, but the Englishman seems keen on keeping it respectful and has been very complimentary of Jones throughout.

A fan left a comment under his Instagram, inciting a frustrated response Aspinall would clear the air on the situation.

“People like you have no idea what you’re talking about,” said Aspinall. “Because I want to fights means I RESPECT him more than anybody else. He is the best ever, I’m his biggest fan. Want to test myself against the best and show that I’m the best, or at least have the opportunity. Don’t talk about respect with the top-level fighters when you have no idea.”

If the UFC are set to rebook Miocic and Jones, it’s unclear on who a realistic opponent for  Aspinall would be.

Who wins, Jon Jones or Tom Aspinall?

Tom Aspinall denied interim UFC title fight with Stipe Miocic next: ‘You’ll get your shot, just wait’

Tom Aspinall denied title fight against Stipe Miocic in UFC next just wait you'll get your shotAmid initial calls from newly minted interim heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall for a title fight defense against Stipe Miocic,…

Tom Aspinall denied title fight against Stipe Miocic in UFC next just wait you'll get your shot

Amid initial calls from newly minted interim heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall for a title fight defense against Stipe Miocic, as well as the forced relinquishing of gold by fellow champion, Jon Jones, UFC CEO, Dana White has urged the former to wait for his opportunity – as well as ruling out a title defense against Ohio veteran, Miocic.

Aspinall, the current interim heavyweight champion, most recently co-headlined UFC 295 back in November at Madison Square Garden, turning in a blistering opening round knockout win over streaking Russian contender, Sergei Pavlovich in the pair’s short-notice title fight.

And in the immediate aftermath of his title victory, Atherton native, Aspinall welcomed a slew of ideas – including a quickfire return at UFC 300, an interim title fight with the above-mentioned former two-time titleholder, Miocic, as well as calling for Jones to be stripped of his title as he remains sidelined through injury.

Tom Aspinall sees kibosh put on Stipe Miocic fight

Recently walking back those comments and claiming he does not believe former pound-for-pound kingpin, Jones should be forced to relinquish his belt, Aspinall will have to lay in wait according to White, who also put the kibosh on a bout with Miocic.

“No,” Dana White told TNT Sports in regards to a fight between Tom Aspinall and Stipe Miocic. “And we’re not stripping Jon Jones, either, he’s the greatest mixed martial artist of all time.”

“You’re a young guy, you were injured there for a while,” White said of Tom Aspinall. “You’ll get your shot, just wait, this fight has to happen and then we’ll figure out what’s next for you. I don’t know if Jon is going to be out for a long time. Aspinall could fight again, we’ll see how this plays out.” 

Who would you like to see Tom Aspinall fight in his UFC return?

Jailton Almeida calls for interim title clash with Tom Aspinall: ‘It would be a good, fair fight’

Jailton Almeida Tom AspinallWith the UFC heavyweight division currently in limbo, rising contender Jailton Almeida believes his next fight should be against…

Jailton Almeida Tom Aspinall

With the UFC heavyweight division currently in limbo, rising contender Jailton Almeida believes his next fight should be against interim champion Tom Aspinall.

After undisputed heavyweight king Jon Jones was forced out of his UFC 295 scrap with Stipe Miocic, the UFC booked an interim title tilt between Aspinall and Russian knockout artist Sergei Pavlovich. It only took 69 seconds for the UK star to score a stunning KO to claim the temporary title.

With news that the UFC will still move forward with Jones vs. Miocic once ‘Bones’ is cleared to return, Aspinall has been wondering where exactly that leaves him in the grand scheme of things.

Not interested in sitting on the sidelines for another year, Aspinall could find himself looking for a fight in the interim.

Jailton Almeida would like to be the guy that keeps him busy.

“Against Ciryl Gane would be ideal, but Tom Aspinall already spoke to the media or whoever and is already talking about a fight with Jailton,” Almeida told MMAjunkie.com. So, I think probably the Tom Aspinall fight will come first. It will be a very good fight because Tom Aspinall is a complete fighter. He has really good movement. I see myself as an equal in the sense that it would be a good, fair fight. It would be for the future of the category. It’s going to be the future fight for the title.”

Jailton Almeida Believes Jon Jones is Still the Best Heavyweight in the world

Almeida has won 15 straight fights dating back to 2018, including six in a row inside the Octagon. In November, ‘Malhadinho’ landed a decisive unanimous decision victory over fan favorite Derrick Lewis.

Though Almeida sees himself and Tom Aspinall as the future of the heavyweight division, he can’t deny that Jon Jones is still the best in the world, for now.

“Jon Jones is still the best in the division. I believe Tom Aspinall could eventually get there, but for me, there is no doubt that Jon Jones is still No. 1,” Almeida added.

Tom Aspinall walks back comments on Jon Jones’ UFC title reign: ‘I don’t think he should be stripped’

Tom Aspinall walks back comments on Jon Jones' UFC title reign I don't think he should be strippedInterim heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall has claimed he misspoke when he urged the UFC to strip fellow division titleholder,…

Tom Aspinall walks back comments on Jon Jones' UFC title reign I don't think he should be stripped

Interim heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall has claimed he misspoke when he urged the UFC to strip fellow division titleholder, Jon Jones of his heavyweight crown amid injury, revealing he now believes the promotion should not go as far as relinquishing him of his crown.

Aspinall, the current interim heavyweight champion, headlined UFC 295 back in November in a co-main event clash with Sergei Pavlovich, laying waste to the Russian with a first round barrage of strikes for a KO victory.

Initially, the promotion’s return to Madison Square Garden was slated to feature in a main event fight between the incumbent, Jones and former two-time champion, Stipe Miocic, until a pectoral tendon tear forced the former pound-for-pound number one from the main event bracket.

And in the weeks following his title victory, Aspinall, who has welcomed the opportunity to fight Ohio veteran, Miocic in an interim championship clash – before calling for Endicott native, Jones to have his other championship stripped from him.

Jon Jones issues warning to Tom Aspinall

Reacting to Aspinall’s encouragement for his stripped, Jones urged the Atherton native against calling shots just three years into his tenure with the Dana White-led organization.

“I’ve faced the absolute toughest competition this would had to offer for 15 years now,” Jon Jones posted on his official X account. “During camp for a title defense I sustained a major injury that required surgery for the first time in my career. Now I have newcomers requesting I get my championship stripped. Zero wins over legends, zero title defenses, and already thinking you can call the shots to Dana, that’s hilarious.” 

“In my 15 year career I have seen so many guys who are supposed to be the next big thing,” Jon Jones continued. “There’s ever only been one Jon Jones, never forget that.”

And in a sitdown interview with reporter, Chisanga Malata, British heavyweight, Aspinall told in the snippet how he doesn’t actually believe Jones should be stripped of his crown anymore.

“See, I said in previous interviews that Jon Jones should get stripped [of his heavyweight title],” Tom Aspinall told Malata. “I actually worded it wrong. And I don’t think he should get stripped because I think Jon Jones has done so much for the sport as it is that I think he maybe deserves [to keep the title].”

Would you like to see Jon Jones fight Tom Aspinall in the future?

Tom Aspinall apologizes to Jon Jones amid calls for him to be stripped of UFC title: ‘You’re right. Sorry’

Tom Aspinall apologizes to Jon Jones call for stripped of UFC title you're right I'm sorryOff the back of requests for UFC heavyweight champion, Jon Jones to have his championship belt stripped from him…

Tom Aspinall apologizes to Jon Jones call for stripped of UFC title you're right I'm sorry

Off the back of requests for UFC heavyweight champion, Jon Jones to have his championship belt stripped from him through his current injury, interim divisional titleholder, Tom Aspinall was on the receiving end of the Endicott native’s wrath overnight – since apologizing for his bellowing. 

Aspinall, who headlined UFC 295 at the beginning of last month, turning in a first round knockout win over Russian contender, Sergei Pavlovich, securing the interim heavyweight title at Madison Square Garden. 

The Atherton native’s feature on the card came on just over two weeks’ notice, with an interim title introduced to the division amid an injury suffered by Jones, who tore a pectoral tendon ahead of a slated title defense against the returning former two-time champion, Stipe Miocic.

And sharing his thoughts on Aspinall’s calls for him to be stripped of his heavyweight crown, Jones urged the British heavyweight against calling shots so early into his tenure inside the Octagon. 

“I’ve faced the absolute toughest competition this would had to offer for 15 years now,” Jon Jones posted on his official X account. “During camp for a title defense I sustained a major injury that required surgery for the first time in my career. Now I have newcomers requesting I get my championship stripped. Zero wins over legends, zero title defenses, and already thinking you can call the shots to Dana, that’s hilarious.” 

“In my 15 year career I have seen so many guys who are supposed to be the next big thing,” Jon Jones continued. “There’s ever only been one Jon Jones, never forget that.”

Tom Aspinall issues apology to Jon Jones

In his own response to Jones, Aspinall appeared to issue an apology to the former pound-for-pound number one, most likely in a tongue-in-cheek fashion.

“You’re right,” Tom Aspinall posted on his official X account. “Sorry Jon.” 

Who wins in a potential fight: Jon Jones or Tom Aspinall?

Jon Jones scoffs at Tom Aspinall’s calls for him to be stripped of UFC title: ‘You’re thinking you can call the shots’

Jon Jones hits out at Tom Aspinall calls to be stripped of UFC title you think you can call the shotsJon Jones has scotched calls from interim heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall for him to be stripped of his heavyweight…

Jon Jones hits out at Tom Aspinall calls to be stripped of UFC title you think you can call the shots

Jon Jones has scotched calls from interim heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall for him to be stripped of his heavyweight crown amid his period of inactivity through injury, claiming the Atherton native should not think he can already call shots just three years into his UFC tenure.

Jones, a current heavyweight champion and former pound-for-pound number one, was scheduled to make his return to the Octagon at UFC 295 last month at Madison Square Garden, with a pectoral tendon tear ruling the Endicott native from a championship defense against the returning Stipe Miocic.

As a result, the above-mentioned, Aspinall featured on the card in a short-notice interim title fight with Russian knockout artist, Sergei Pavlovich, stopping the division contender with a blistering opening round knockout win of his own.

And maintaining he would fight the above-mentioned, Miocic in Jones’ absence from the Octagon through injury, Aspinall made calls for the former two-time light heavyweight champion, to be stripped of his heavyweight title to boot.

Jon Jones fires shots at fellow UFC champion, Tom Aspinall

Taking issue with Aspinall’s requests to UFC CEO, Dana White – who claimed Jones would be fighting Miocic in his return to active competition, the former urged the British heavyweight to cool his jets on talk of forced relinquishing.

“I’ve faced the absolute toughest competition this would had to offer for 15 years now,” Jon Jones posted on his official X account. “During camp for a title defense I sustained a major injury that required surgery for the first time in my career. Now I have newcomers requesting I get my championship stripped. Zero wins over legends, zero title defenses, and already thinking you can call the shots to Dana, that’s hilarious.” 

“In my 15 year career I have seen so many guys who are supposed to be the next big thing,” Jon Jones continued. “There’s ever only been one Jon Jones, never forget that.”

Who wins in a future fight: Jon Jones or Tom Aspinall?