In the aftermath of UFC 304, Jon Jones took to social media to deliver a cryptic message aimed at Tom Aspinall, stirring excitement among fans. Aspinall, who has been openly pursuing a showdown with Jones for over a year, finds himself in the best position he has ever been for a potential dream fight. His recent impressive performance has undoubtedly caught the heavyweight champion’s attention, heightening anticipation for this matchup.

After securing a stunning first-round knockout against Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304, Aspinall seized the moment to call out Jones directly. During his octagon interview, he confidently asked, “Who wants to see Tom Aspinall vs. Jon Jones?” and added, “I have nothing against you personally, but I just think I’m better than you.” His bold declaration of intent showcased his determination and readiness to face Jones in the octagon.

Aspinall’s remarkable trajectory in the heavyweight division has significantly increased the stakes for a potential super-fight that could unify both the undisputed and interim titles. Although Jon Jones has his sights set on a fight with Stipe Miocic, his recent enigmatic post on X suggests he may be considering a future battle with Aspinall as well.

Supply and demand at its finest, I like it.

— BONY (@JonnyBones) July 28, 2024

As speculation grows regarding Jon Jones’ future in the UFC, many fans are wondering whether the New Mexico native may finally decide to retire after his fight with Stipe Miocic. Regardless of the outcome, whether he wins, loses, or draws, there are whispers that Jones might hang up his gloves for good, leaving a significant void in the sport.

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Despite both Jones and Stipe having nothing left to prove in their illustrious careers, Dana White believes that a match featuring either of these legends against the rising star Tom Aspinall would be monumental for the division. The potential clash has generated considerable interest among fans and analysts alike.

All eyes are now focused on the upcoming heavyweight title fight, which is rumored to take place in November at Madison Square Garden. Should retirement not be on the horizon for Jones, fans could potentially see their dreams come to fruition. Dana White confirmed during a pre-fight interview that Tom Aspinall will face the winner of Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, likely sometime next year, making this an even more thrilling prospect for MMA enthusiasts.

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