Jon Jones refutes duck accusations, ‘living good’ in Thailand while Tom Aspinall boils over

Jon Jones isn’t going to let combat followers drag him down.

“Bones” is busy in Thailand, filming the Russian Final Fighter knockoff alongside the good Nathan Diaz (not this bitter rival). It’s already been six months since he defended his Heavyweight crown reverse Stipe Miocic, however there’s nonetheless no replace on when or if Jones will ever face off with interim strap-hanger Tom Aspinall. He’s getting heckled fairly a bit by followers, however per a latest Instagram dwell, Jones resides his finest life fairly than stressing concerning the fan notion.

“I’ve received individuals within the chat calling me a duck,” Jones mentioned from the again of a bike within the streets of Thailand. “In the meantime, I’m dwelling my very best life. I don’t know if it’s thought of ducking while you’re dwelling good. I don’t assume it really works like that.”

Protected to say, Jones is protecting busy whereas negotiations play out. Per one trade insider, “Bones” is requesting $30 million to sq. off towards his youthful challenger, whereas one other suggests he’s merely killing time to pressure Aspinall to combat once more, permitting him to assemble extra information.

As for the longest reigning interim champion in UFC historical past? He appears fairly annoyed. Aspinall has not too long ago indicated he’s prepared to maneuver on from the match up if wanted, and even his dad goes off on rants about the entire state of affairs! It’s a disgrace Aspinall has landed on this purgatory, as he needs to be one of the crucial well-liked fighters on the roster given his preventing type and dominance.

On an unrelated notice, “Worldwide Combat Week” nonetheless doesn’t have a important occasion. If solely there was a Heavyweight blockbuster out there!