Conor McGregor Weighs In on Potential Jones vs. Aspinall Superfight
Recently, Conor McGregor stirred up conversation among UFC enthusiasts with his thoughts on the highly anticipated heavyweight title superfight between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. His comments, shared in a now-deleted post, certainly captured the attention of fans.
Following his impressive victory over Stipe Miocic via technical knockout, Jon Jones successfully defended his heavyweight championship, prompting Miocic to announce his retirement from the sport. Now, Jones is on the hunt for his next opponent and has expressed interest in challenging light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira.
However, the fanbase is buzzing with excitement at the prospect of Jones facing interim heavyweight champion Aspinall. Aspinall, who served as a backup fighter for the UFC 309 main event, was seen cageside and has been vocal about wanting this fight. Despite Aspinall’s eagerness, Jones has been clear about his demands, stating he wants to be “so compensated” with “f**k you money” before agreeing to step into the octagon with the British fighter.
After a productive discussion with UFC president Dana White and chief business officer Hunter Campbell, Aspinall is optimistic about earning the title shot he believes he deserves. At an impressive 6 feet 5 inches and weighing 250 pounds, Aspinall boasts a record that includes three consecutive first-round knockouts, showcasing a fighting style that could pose significant challenges for the now 37-year-old Jones.
McGregor, a former champion in two weight classes, has also chimed in on this potential clash. He supports the idea of the fight happening and has even critiqued some “woeful” sparring footage of Aspinall, suggesting that Jones should take it into account. Initially hesitant, McGregor seems to be warming up to the idea of these two athletes facing off in the octagon.
While Dana White has hailed the potential Jones vs. Aspinall bout as possibly the biggest matchup in UFC history, McGregor appears to have some doubts about that claim, responding with a skeptical “Now, now” when referencing White’s assertion.
The anticipation for a showdown between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall is building, and McGregor’s insights only add to the excitement. UFC fans will have to stay tuned to see if this thrilling matchup becomes a reality.
