The Waiting Game

Is there anything more frustrating in MMA than waiting for a fight that might never happen? Tom Aspinall, the interim UFC heavyweight champion, is finding out the hard way as his calls for a unification bout with Jon Jones continue to fall on deaf ears. Seven months after Jones demolished Stipe Miocic, Aspinall is still left twiddling his thumbs, wondering if he’ll ever get his shot at the champ.

Money Talks

Aspinall reckons it’s all about the money for Jones. And let’s be honest, who can blame him? At 37 or 38, with a career’s worth of damage, Jones is looking for one last payday before he rides off into the sunset. But Aspinall isn’t just any opponent; he’s arguably the most dangerous guy in the division right now. So, it’s no surprise Jones is playing hardball.

The Danger Man

Aspinall isn’t shy about his credentials. He knows he’s a nightmare matchup for anyone, especially an aging legend like Jones. But with each passing day, the fight seems less likely to happen. Aspinall’s patience is wearing thinner than a pair of budget bin sparring gloves, and who can blame him?

What Next?

If Jones doesn’t fancy the fight, Aspinall is ready to move on. And let’s face it, the heavyweight division isn’t short of interesting matchups. But a fight with Jones is the one everyone wants to see. It’s the classic passing of the torch, or in Jones’ case, maybe just handing over a slightly used, battle-warned torch.

So, what’s it going to be, Jon? Are you going to give the fans what they want, or are we all just wasting our time here?