UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is facing uncertainty over his upcoming fight against interim titleholder Tom Aspinall. The 37-year-old’s hesitation to take on the matchup has led some to speculate that he could be stripped of his championship again.
Jones, who won the heavyweight title in November 2024 by knocking out Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, has been focused on his training and weight loss efforts during a recent stint in Southeast Asia. However, his apparent lack of urgency about facing Aspinall has raised eyebrows among fans and pundits.
UFC CEO Dana White has stated that Jones will face Aspinall “100 percent” later this year, but it remains to be seen whether the champion will take the fight seriously. Jones himself seems to be downplaying concerns about being stripped of his title, joking in a recent tweet about not caring if he is stripped or not.
The situation leaves many wondering what’s next for Jones, who is considered one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time. With Aspinall waiting in the wings, it’s unclear whether Jones will be able to maintain his momentum and defend his heavyweight title against the formidable challenger.
Source: https://bloodyelbow.com/2025/05/19/jon-jones-was-stripped-of-ufc-belt-after-knocking-out-bitter-rival-in-career-best-win-wiped-from-his-record