In contrast, Jones’s two-time UFC rival Daniel Cormier scoffed at the idea of Jones wanting six months to prepare for Aspinall, suggesting that the heavyweight champion is using the request as a negotiation tactic. Jones and Cormier had arguably the most heated rivalry in UFC history, making Cormier’s assertion compelling.

The update has brought out an irked response from Tom Aspinall, Andy Aspinall. Speaking to JNMEDIAUK's Jamal Niaz, Andy gave an update on the Jones situation, remarking that he should fight or vacate the title.

Closing in on 500 days after Tom Aspinall secured the interim UFC heavyweight championship at UFC 295, another roadblock has been put in the way of an undisputed title showdown with Jon Jones. Jones vs.