Former UFC champion Leon Edwards has backed a prime version of Jon Jones as the victor in a potential fight against current heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. The British fighter believes that a 37-year-old Jones would “for sure” emerge on top, despite acknowledging that Aspinall’s speed could pose a challenge.
Edwards, who recently relinquished his own title and retired from competition, has expressed admiration for Jones’ skills and legacy in the sport. The two fighters discussed their differences in an interview with Carl Froch, where Edwards stated that he rates Jones as the best to ever compete in mixed martial arts.
While Aspinall’s rise to prominence is well-documented, Edwards does not believe that Jones would have ducked the British fighter. Instead, he sees Jones’ decision to relinquish his title and retire as a testament to his greatness. Edwards also praised Aspinall’s potential for success in the future, suggesting that a fight with Jones would have been beneficial but not essential for the 32-year-old’s career progression.
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