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The long-anticipated clash between interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and reigning champion Jon Jones may finally be coming to fruition. Aspinall recently opened up about a private meeting with UFC President Dana White following the UFC 309 press conference, revealing that White has approved the high-stakes unification bout.
In an interview with Piers Morgan Uncensored, Aspinall shared, "I was literally waiting outside that room. Dana walked in and said, 'It's happening.'" The Englishman added, "I told him, 'Jones is going to demand a massive payday.' And Dana replied, 'I know, but it's happening.'"
This development comes after months of speculation, fueled by Jones' hesitation to face Aspinall. Instead, Jones expressed interest in fighting Alex Pereira, stating his preference for battling "established champions." However, White quickly shut down Jones' plans, declaring, "No f-cking way."
Jon Jones faces pressure to defend his title or retire
The UFC heavyweight division has been a hotbed of uncertainty, but Dana White's recent ultimatum to Jones may leave the champion with no choice but to accept the fight or vacate his title. UFC welterweight star Colby Covington, a former college roommate of Jones, weighed in on the situation during a recent interview with Chael Sonnen.
"Jon's going to vacate the title. He's scared of Aspinall, just like he avoided Ngannou for years," said Covington. "Aspinall would destroy him-it's a terrible match-up for Jon."
Covington's comments have added fuel to the fire, increasing pressure on Jones to solidify his legacy by facing the rising star.
The road ahead for UFC heavyweight drama
While fans eagerly await official confirmation, the Aspinall-Jones showdown is shaping up to be one of the most exciting bouts in recent memory. For Jones, this could be a chance to silence his critics and prove he's still the top heavyweight in the UFC. For Aspinall, it's an opportunity to cement his place as the division's new king.
Will Jones accept the challenge, or could this saga take another unexpected turn? Stay tuned for updates as the UFC heavyweight drama unfolds.