Interim heavyweight champion Aspinall is definitely the frontrunner. The Manchester fighter was cage-side to see Jones’s return and has been pursuing an undisputed bout relentlessly for weeks.
Aspinall, 31, might be probably the most dangerous of opponents for Jones, contemplating his age and talents.
We have no idea the ceiling of Aspinall’s capabilities simply but which makes him a harmful prospect.
As interim champion, Jones shall be anticipated to battle Aspinall subsequent or he’ll seemingly be stripped of the heavyweight belt.
Jones did, nevertheless, recommend he needed to “negotiate” with the UFC high brass about his subsequent battle, hinting he could also be eager to financial institution a much bigger payday ought to he comply with battle Aspinall subsequent.
UFC president Dana White thinks the battle can be huge and stated Jones can be “effectively compensated”.
“It could be the largest heavyweight battle in UFC historical past, by an extended shot,” White stated.
“I’ve received Tom ready for me outdoors proper now and Jon shall be Jon. He’ll disappear, not solely will you not hear what he is doing, neither will I. However then he’ll resurface, he’ll name, and we’ll get it accomplished.”