Chael Sonnen is assured that Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall will occur in 2025. Sadly, ‘The American Gangster’ goes to have a tricky time attempting to persuade UFC followers.
From the second Aspinall captured the interim heavyweight title through a 69-second knockout of Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295, Jones has been dismissive of the Brit. 18 months later, little has modified with ‘Bones’ frequently taunting followers on social media who vent their frustration over the consensus GOAT’s choice to carry up a complete division all within the identify of stroking his personal ego and trolling the people who helped make him a family identify.
It’s gotten so out of hand {that a} Change.org petition calling for Dana White to strip Jon Jones of his heavyweight strap has surpassed 150,000 signatures.
Sonnen is assured Jon Jones will struggle Aspinall throughout the subsequent six months
However regardless of all of the drama and Jones’ steady flip-flopping on the topic, White insists that Jones vs. Aspinall will occur in 2025, and Sonnen is inclined to imagine him.
“Tom Aspinall is completely different, man,” Sonnen mentioned in an interview with The MAC Life. “He’s a particular animal. He seems like the best way you need your world champion to look. Aspinall is completely different. 100%. And Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall will occur this yr, I imagine.
It’s an fascinating take from Sonnen, who not too long ago prompt that curiosity in Jones vs. Aspinall is quickly cooling.
Aspinall grew to become the longest-reigning interim champion in UFC historical past on April 29, carrying the short-term heavyweight title for a file 535 days. And the clock continues to be working.
