I get the impression UFC are not going to play ball with Jon unless he fights Aspinall, strong arm tactics

[MarioLemieux]

Alex vs. Jon is a one-off and the result is predictable, it's a dumb fight the UFC want to legitimize the HW division not kill off Pereira one of their only stars. They're not interested.

Jon has a decent shot at beating Tom but his pitiful "I'm not going to fight him because I don't like him" excuse is killing his aura every day. Where was that energy for Cormier? lol

If he's trying to get paid really high by UFC standards that's one thing, but he can't go asking for 50 million and honestly expect the UFC to make him that deal it would be a clear duck.

 

[Only Here for Attachments]

That would be quite the turnaround from Daner. Also remember that he, a pathological liar who can't control his emotions, was the main one pushing the whole "Deontay Wilder money" narrative.

 

[nonoob]

Sheeit, if Daner even tries it, Pico will slam his head on the hood of Daner's Toyota Corolla.

 

[MarioLemieux]

Dana and co. aren't talking about Alex, they are assuring us the Aspinall fight is going to happen. They will clown Jon if he doesn't take this fight after the Stipe gift. He's not much good to them for a one-off fight. They want him or Tom to rule HW and reinvigotate the division.

 

[TrueBias]

If UFC isnt playing ball then UFC will win this out.

Conor likely tried to get them to play ball, but since they didnt/havent, his life has tumbled and hes the bigger star.

 

[13Seconds]

I've followed Jones career since his UFC debut. Even though i've always goofed on him, I'd like to have faith in him that he actually takes the Aspinall fight before retirement.

Worst thing that happens is him getting KO'D. He's still the greatest LHW ever. I think he knows the risks and isn't actually a bitch. The fight happens next year

 

[Get To Da Choppa]

Jon has a decent shot at beating Tom but his pitiful "I'm not going to fight him because I don't like him"

Isn't that a great reason to fight someone?

 

[joy2day]

I have to chuckle at these threads that tell Jon he has a good chance against Tom. I'm not so sure Jon himself likes his chances that much, which is why they are having a hard time getting him to sign on the line. He apparently doesn't agree with his fanbase on his own abilities.

Sounds to me like he knows his limitations better than others.

 

[Epsteins Guard]

Isn't that a great reason to fight someone?

Only if you're not afraid of them (or in Jon's case, afraid of not being unbeaten anymore).

 

[Epsteins Guard]

I have to chuckle at these threads that tell Jon he has a good chance against Tom. I'm not so sure Jon himself likes his chances that much, which is why they are having a hard time getting him to sign on the line. He apparently doesn't agree with his fanbase on his own abilities.

Sounds to me like he knows his limitations better than others.

Jones was the same with Ngannou. Dude had years to fight Ngannou and then signs to fight the day Ngannou leaves. Jones knew he had nothing for Ngannou at this point in his career.

 

[sanguinius]

Jones was the same with Ngannou. Dude had years to fight Ngannou and then signs to fight the day Ngannou leaves. Jones knew he had nothing for Ngannou at this point in his career.

Ngganou is ducking aspinall.

 

[Morris88]

What have the UFC got over him really? He'll just retire if he doesn't get what he wants surely.

 

[Skitzo]

Jon can choose to fight whoever he wants to. If he wants fun fights, give it to him. All he needs to do is relinquish the HW title should his next opponent be anyone but Aspinal. As far as I'm concerned, Aspinal is the legitimate HW Champion. It's Jon who needs the validation more than Tom does. His HW legacy will not mean a thing if he doesn't unify.

 

[hoevan]

Tom should just keep fighting contenders and defending his interim title. It'll make Jon look worse with every fight. Hell, Tom vs Poaton too! I'm still interested in that fight.

 

[KBE6EKCTAH_CCP]

Alex vs. Jon is a one-off and the result is predictable, it's a dumb fight the UFC want to legitimize the HW division not kill off Pereira one of their only stars. They're not interested.

Jon has a decent shot at beating Tom but his pitiful "I'm not going to fight him because I don't like him" excuse is killing his aura every day. Where was that energy for Cormier? lol

If he's trying to get paid really high by UFC standards that's one thing, but he can't go asking for 50 million and honestly expect the UFC to make him that deal it would be a clear duck.

I must be the only one here but i dgaf about that fight and don t get why it s getting so much attention

 

[Epsteins Guard]

Ngganou is ducking aspinall.

Nah, I think you're just smoking meth or something.

 

[MarioLemieux]

Jon can choose to fight whoever he wants to. If he wants fun fights, give it to him. All he needs to do is relinquish the HW title should his next opponent be anyone but Aspinal. As far as I'm concerned, Aspinal is the legitimate HW Champion. It's Jon who needs the validation more than Tom does. His HW legacy will not mean a thing if he doesn't unify.

Your mistake is thinking Jon's one off fight vs. Pereira is worth more to the UFC than Tom and Jon and other Tom or Jon fights after. Alex still has a lot of fights left in him why would they diminish his star power for a guy on the way out?

It makes no sense.

Dana's already showing his eyes are firmly on Tom and Jon.

Video: Is Dana White's guarantee on Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall good as gold?

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[Skitzo]

Your mistake is thinking Jon's one off fight vs. Pereira is worth more to the UFC than Tom and Jon and other Tom or Jon fights after. Alex still has a lot of fights left in him why would they diminish his star power for a guy on the way out?

It makes no sense.

Dana's already showing his eyes are firmly on Tom and Jon.

Video: Is Dana White's guarantee on Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall good as gold?

How confident are we in Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall happening after Dana White’s guarantee? We discuss on “Spinning Back Clique.”

mmajunkie.usatoday.com

Your mistake is misunderstanding what I've said. I'm not in favor of Jones VS Poatan. Not anytime in the near future anyways. Yes Dana has said multiple times that Jon needs to fight Aspinall next, but we all know what Dana says and does are NOT "Virtually Identical." However unlikely, if that's the fight Jon wants and the UFC gives it to him, The only way I'd like to see that is if Jon relinquishes his title. That would make the fight less appealing from a Champion VS Champion standpoint, but would be fair to Tom Aspinall. The Fight that makes the most sense and what the majority (including myself) want to see is Jones VS Aspinall. It would be a huge stain on Jones' legacy if he doesn't fight him next.

 

[MarioLemieux]

Isn't that a great reason to fight someone?

Exactly, you don't like someone, settle it in the cage

So much for the GOAT talk, GOAT's fight interim champions and don't duck because of "emotions"

Or maybe his been around 14 years to Tommy toes little 3 years? nothing to do with fear psychopaths dont feel it lol

He fears a loss on his record more than anything it seems

 

[oscerthegrouch]

I have to chuckle at these threads that tell Jon he has a good chance against Tom. I'm not so sure Jon himself likes his chances that much, which is why they are having a hard time getting him to sign on the line. He apparently doesn't agree with his fanbase on his own abilities.

Sounds to me like he knows his limitations better than others.

Or maybe his been around 14 years to Tommy toes little 3 years? nothing to do with fear psychopaths dont feel it lol