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Tom Aspinall finds support from Curtis Blaydes as calls mount to strip Jon Jones
- Tom Aspinall, the interim UFC heavyweight champion, has grown frustrated with delays to finalize a title unification fight with Jon Jones as of mid-2025.
- The delay stems mainly from financial disagreements, with Aspinall believing Jones demands higher pay, while Jones has not publicly committed to the bout.
- Aspinall recently defended his interim title by knocking out Curtis Blaydes and has beaten several top contenders, whereas Jones returned from injury to defeat Stipe Miocic but has shown reluctance to fight Aspinall next.
- Aspinall told the High Performance Podcast that he is ready to face Jones at any time and place, but believes the decision ultimately depends on financial considerations. He also noted that Jones has endured a lengthy career with significant physical wear and tear.
- With ongoing uncertainty around Jones’ participation, Aspinall insists that he either needs to fight Jones soon or move on, while Curtis Blaydes and others have called for Jones to be stripped of his belt.
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