Jon Jones knocked out Stipe Miocic in the third round. Photo: Instagram/UFC Brazil.
Experienced in the world of MMA and witness to countless talents that have passed through the UFC, Javier Mendez speaks without hesitation about the theory that Jon Jones are you afraid of Tom aspinallContrary to popular belief, the renowned coach guarantees that professional athletes have no fear of measuring their strength against opponents.
According to Mendez, what may have really led to the clash between champions not taking place were problems in the negotiations, such as money or unmet demands.
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"A lot of things get done between negotiations, and you never know what's real and what's not. One thing I know in my heart from all the years I've been training fighters: Fighters aren't afraid of anyone. So when people say, 'Oh, he doesn't want to fight,' 'Okay, then why are you here?' Fighters are fighters. Circumstances can prevent them from fighting because maybe there isn't the right amount of money, maybe it's not that, but it's not the opponent. The timing, the money, whatever is involved, but I'm never afraid of that fighter. Never. I refuse to believe that any real fighter will always avoid something. I don't think so. I don't believe that," Mendez told MMA Junkie.
J. Jones and T. Aspinall are rivals in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER LUTAS
At the time, the reigning heavyweight champion, Jones stated that the fight was planned for a certain point in his career, but that negotiations spiraled out of control. Dana White claimed that his compatriot would indeed face Aspinall for title unification, but he was thwarted by Bones' withdrawal, which led to his retirement.
Despite the decision, the sports legend backtracked and guarantees he is fit to fight again, even though he lost his division title.
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