Just hours after the conclusion of UFC Tampa, Dana White, the UFC‘s CEO, has confirmed that the highly anticipated heavyweight showdown between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall is officially on the slate for 2025, with White stating that it is “100 percent” happening. This announcement has sent waves of excitement through the MMA community, as it marks what many are calling the biggest fight in heavyweight history.
During a post-event press conference on Saturday, White was asked if he would guarantee that the fight would take place, to which he firmly responded, “Yeah, I’ll say 100 percent.” He elaborated on the significance of booking this bout, suggesting that it is not only monumental for the heavyweight division but also a pivotal moment in the history of the UFC. White remarked, “I think it’s probably the biggest fight in heavyweight history, and it’s massive in the history of the company, too. It’s a big fight.”
The anticipation for the Jones vs. Aspinall clash has been intensifying ever since Aspinall, the current interim heavyweight champion, voiced his discussions with White shortly after UFC 309. In an appearance on “Piers Morgan Uncensored,” Aspinall shared insights into his recent meeting with the UFC boss, stating that White assured him the fight is set to happen. “Right after the press conference, I had a meeting with Dana. I was expecting some negotiation, but he walked in and said, ‘It’s happening,'” Aspinall recounted.
As the reigning heavyweight champion, Jon Jones continues to cement his legacy as one of the greatest fighters of all time. He successfully defended his title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, and it appears he isn’t shying away from any challengers. White expressed his confidence in Jones’s willingness to take on Aspinall, stating, “Jon Jones isn’t afraid to fight anybody, and that’s a fact. He says one thing publicly but behind the scenes, he’s different. I’ve always been confident he’d take this fight.”
With Jones holding the UFC heavyweight title and Aspinall considering the future of the division with his interim belt, the stakes for this upcoming unification bout could not be higher. Fans can expect an electrifying encounter as these two titans prepare to clash in what promises to be a landmark moment for MMA and the UFC‘s heavyweight division.
As the date approaches for this monumental fight in 2025, anticipation continues to grow among fans and analysts alike. The implications of this fight extend beyond the octagon, potentially reshaping the landscape of the heavyweight division and spawning exciting matchups in its wake. More information regarding the event and other potential monumental bouts teased by White will likely emerge in the coming months, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
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