Tom Aspinall causes controversy and leaves Anderson Silva out of the list of 'best in history' of MMA; see names

British prefers names like Jon Jones, Georges-St Pierre and Khabib Nurmagomedov in 'GOATs' list

Tom Aspinall is the new interim heavyweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

Tom aspinall is the interim heavyweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

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Tom aspinall, one of the most promising names of the new generation of UFC and interim heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg), caused surprise when revealing his list of the four greatest fighters of all time.

When asked about the true 'GOATs' of the sport, in an interview with SportBibleKO, the Briton dared to include Georges St-Pierre, Jon Jones, Demetrious Johnson e Khabib Nurmagomedov on his private 'Mount Rushmore'.

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The absence of legends like Anderson Silva, José Aldo, Daniel Cormier, Fedor Emelianenko e Stipe Miocic, names that frequently appear on similar lists, generated debates on social media.

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Mount Rushmore is a mountain on which the faces of four former presidents of the United States are carved. It is used as a reference to talk about 'GOATs' from the most diverse genres, such as music, sports and cinema.

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Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall

Jones, in particular, has been one of Aspinall's targets. The American, who once reigned at light heavyweight and now holds the heavyweight belt, is seen by the Briton as the biggest challenge of his career.

With an impeccable record and an aggressive fighting style, Aspinall believes he is ready to dethrone 'Bones' and become the new king of the division.

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