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Dream Match-Up Denied
DANA WHITE has emphatically shut down Saudi bigwig Turki Alalshikh's hopes of a cross-promotion fight involving the UFC. Alalshikh aims to set up a fight between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, but White has rejected the idea.
Ngannou vs. Jones
The desire for a Ngannou vs. Jones fight has been high since Ngannou left the UFC last year. Alalshikh wants to make this bout happen, but White is sticking with plans for Jones to face interim heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall.
White's Response
White responded to Alalshikh's comments, claiming that the promotion is focused on Jones vs. Aspinall. Despite fan demand for Ngannou vs. Jones, White is standing firm.
Jones' Conditions
Jones expressed his annoyance towards Aspinall but indicated he would consider fighting him if the compensation is right. He mentioned wanting "f**k you money" to step into the octagon with Aspinall.
