Tom Aspinall surprises and confirms two fights this year in the UFC

Tom aspinall celebrates victory at UFC 304 (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

Tom aspinall tired of waiting. And what's more: he wants to shake up the UFC's heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg). The week has been intense in the world of MMA because of the statements made by the linear and interim champions of the category. While Jon Jones suggested an agreement signed between the company, he and the British, Aspinall he nailed the retirement from 'Bones'.

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“I'm tired of talking about myself, I mean, I think it's pretty clear that Jon Jones retired, he doesn't want to fight me. We wish Jon all the best in the future, of course, but we want this heavyweight division active," he said. Tom aspinall em interview à 'TNT Sports'.

On the show 'Good Guy/Bad Guy', the interim champion said he already had a date and place set for the fight. In the interview with 'TNT Sports', Tom aspinall surprised and revealed his desire to make two appearances this year. The fighter has not stepped into the octagon since July 2024.

“I’m ready to fight, I want to have two fights before the end of the year, so that’s what we’re doing. Finally we have some movement, Jones has had a great career, I respect him, we know what he’s done… Have a good life, we move on,” said Aspinall.