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UFC legend Jon Jones has dismissed the idea of fighting Tom Aspinall and the other up-and-coming heavyweights. This comes after Aspinall's dominant first-round TKO victory over Marcin Tybura at UFC London. Aspinall had vowed to defeat Jones and become the first person to hand him a professional loss. However, Jones, who is preparing for his retirement fight against Stipe Miocic, doesn't see Aspinall as an enticing opponent.
Aspinall's Impressive Win
Tom Aspinall's victory over Marcin Tybura in the first round has put him on the brink of a heavyweight title contention. His emphatic performance at UFC London has caught the attention of many, including Jones. Aspinall quickly declared that he would defeat Jones and claim his first loss. But Jones seems unimpressed with the highly-touted British prospect.
Jones Reacts on Twitter
In a series of now-deleted tweets, Jon Jones expressed his feelings about facing Tom Aspinall. He commented, "Sometimes I feel like I've been in a deja vu, everyone's going to be the guy to kick my ass. Meanwhile, I'm over here undefeated with a face full of gray hairs." Despite the hype surrounding Aspinall, Jones remains unimpressed and believes that talk means little until someone actually beats him.
Dana White Praises Aspinall
While Jones is not convinced of Aspinall's capabilities, UFC President Dana White was blown away by Aspinall's performance. White took to Twitter to praise Aspinall, saying, "@tomaspinallofficial looked DAMN GOOD tonight." White sees potential in Aspinall and acknowledges his impressive comeback from a brutal knee injury last year.
Future Plans for Aspinall and Jones
Aspinall's focus is currently on the winner of the Ciryl Gane vs. Sergey Spivak fight at UFC Paris. He hopes to face the victor and solidify his position as a top contender. On the other hand, Jon Jones is preparing for his retirement fight against Stipe Miocic at UFC 295. This will be the final chapter in the legendary career of the former pound-for-pound king.
