Aspinall Hints at Upcoming Announcement Regarding Next Fight

Interim Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) heavyweight titleholder Tom Aspinall recently posted an intriguing message, suggesting significant news concerning a potential title fight against Jon Jones is imminent.

Jones, who secured the vacant heavyweight title in March 2023 at UFC 285 by defeating Ciryl Gane, has defended the title on one occasion against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in November 2024.

Aspinall captured the interim title by defeating Sergei Pavlovich due to Jones’ injury and subsequently defended it in July 2024.

Aspinall has now alluded to upcoming ‘heavyweight news’ amidst the prolonged anticipation for his fight with Jones.

The British fighter shared a brief six-second promotional clip on Instagram with the date “28.05.2025”.

Aspinall’s Message

“Heavyweight news. Coming soon,” Aspinall stated.

The following day, he posted another cryptic message on Instagram:

Additional Hint

“What a blessing to be tired in the pursuit of a challenge of your own choosing,” it said.

These social media posts have sparked considerable curiosity among fans, who anticipate a major update regarding his next fight in the coming days.

Should Jones decline the fight, the options for Aspinall’s opponent are limited.

Gane emerges as a potential replacement for Jones if the UFC decides to make a change.

Gane is also among the top-ranked heavyweight contenders whom Aspinall has yet to face.

If an announcement regarding Jones vs. Aspinall is not made soon, the UFC might offer Gane a chance to contend for the heavyweight title.