Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall is a fight that has UFC fans buzzing with excitement, but the heavyweight champ’s lack of interest has led to speculation that Jones might be avoiding the matchup. The 27-1 fighter has faced accusations from fans and Aspinall himself, who believe Jones is ducking the fight. Jake Paul has stepped in to address the situation, asserting that Jones is not avoiding the bout. Paul suggests that a big financial incentive will eventually lead to the fight happening despite the current delays and speculation.
On X, Jake Paul, defending ‘Bones,’ stated that UFC needs to flash some serious cash, not just hype, to make the fight happen. As per Paul, a $25 million guarantee plus a cut of the pay-per-view would be the right move for a big showdown between Jones and Aspinall. Since the fight will hit two big pay-per-view markets, it will be a money-maker for everyone involved.
He said, “Jon Jones doesn’t dodge anyone. He knows exactly what he’s doing. Show him the money- that real money. Not that spin the narrative money. Him versus Aspinal is massive as it hits two big ppv markets. $25M guarantee plus ppv seems about right.”
Given the hype surrounding it, this fight will undoubtedly be a huge moneymaker for Dana White and the UFC. Aspinall is in top form, having quickly defeated everyone who faced him, while Jones has been dominant throughout his career, with only one controversial loss.
For Paul, it’s a no-brainer to see them fight. However, Jones seems to set his sights on Francis Ngannou after his fight with Miocic rather than focusing on Aspinall.
Jon Jones Wants Francis Ngannou After Stipe Miocic to Delay Retirement
Retirement is a big deal for athletes. They often want to go out on a high note, much like artists finishing a performance. Jon Jones is expected to fight Stipe Miocic in what could be his final UFC match. He says the only thing that might make him delay his retirement is a fight with Francis Ngannou.
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Many MMA fans view Ngannou and Jones as the top fighters in the sport right now. It would be exciting to see them face off and find out who is the best. Jones himself thinks it would be worth postponing his retirement for this fight.
The big question is whether this matchup will actually happen and when it might take place. Only Dana White and the PFL boss can provide answers about the future of this potential fight.
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