The tension in the UFC heavyweight division is growing between interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and current heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Both fighters have been out of action for a while, but Aspinall has been pushing for a title unification fight with Jones for a long time.
However, recent revelations indicate that Jones appears disinterested in taking on Aspinall, preferring to concentrate on other potential matchups. Such behavior led to Aspinall mocking Jones in a recent interview, and fans have now joined in, fueling the fire.
Frustrated Tom Aspinall Calls Jon Jones a ‘Strange Guy
Tom Aspinall has been out of action for almost a year. It’s been over 500 days since he won the interim heavyweight title back in 2023. Since then, he’s defended the belt and kept asking for a unification fight with Jon Jones.
However, Jon Jones hasn’t shown much interest in fighting Aspinall, which has been a blow to Tom’s dream of becoming the heavyweight champion. When asked to describe Jon Jones in one word during a recent talk with TNT Sports, Aspinall responded with two words: “Strange guy.”
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Though it sounded simple, fans didn’t take it lightly. Many saw it as a dig at Jones for avoiding the fight. Jones hasn’t stepped back into the Octagon since winning the heavyweight title at UFC 285, and that’s made fans suspicious. They think he’s dodging tough opponents.
For Aspinall, it might have seemed like a small jab. But on social media, fans took it further, calling Jones a “duck.” This term is commonly used in combat sports to describe fighters who avoid challenging opponents. The comment section exploded with people comparing Jones to the bird, turning Aspinall’s quiet jab into a loud fan chant.
— THE UFCGUY (@the_ufcguy) April 20, 2025
Is Jon Jones Really Avoiding Tom Aspinall?
Many critics think so because, despite growing pressure from UFC officials, Jones has yet to commit. Meanwhile, Aspinall, the interim champion, has made it clear that he wants to unify the titles. However, Jones seems more focused on a possible fight with UFC veteran Stipe Miocic instead.
On one hand, some fans defend Jones, pointing to his legendary career and his right to take fights on his own terms. On the other hand, many believe Aspinall has earned his shot and deserves clarity about the future of the heavyweight division.
So far, UFC President Dana White has only hinted that talks are still happening. But there’s been no official announcement yet. Now, as Aspinall’s subtle comment stirs up controversy, fans are eagerly anticipating Jones’ response, whether in words or deeds.
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