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Delay in fight announcement
Tom Aspinall is getting impatient waiting for his anticipated heavyweight clash with Jon Jones to be finalized. Talks for the historic unification bout have been ongoing since last November, but the booking seems to have hit a roadblock.
Aspinall issues a blunt message
The Wigan warrior has voiced his frustration, stating, "If it’s not Jon Jones, get out the way, I’ll take the title, I’ll fight someone else, happy days." He is eager for the fight to happen as soon as possible.
Uncertainty around the fight date
Although UFC tentatively earmarked the fight for UFC 317 on June 28, Ariel Helwani revealed that Jones wants at least six months to prepare, potentially pushing the fight to September. Dana White remains optimistic about making it happen this summer.
White confident of making the fight happen
Despite the delays, Dana White is confident that the Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall showdown will take place this year. White believes it could be the biggest fight in UFC history and is determined to make it a reality.
Fighters' recent performances
Jon Jones last fought in November, retaining his belt with a spectacular KO, while Aspinall's last fight was in July, where he secured a quick victory over Curtis Blaydes. Fans are eagerly awaiting the heavyweight clash between these two formidable fighters.
