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Aspinall Urged to Fight Amid Title Showdown Uncertainty

5/26/2025

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Tom Aspinall, the interim UFC heavyweight champion, finds himself in a frustrating limbo as he awaits a title showdown with Jon Jones. Former fighter Matt Brown urges him to stay in the ring and face other contenders, warning against the lengthy wait that plagued Michael Chandler. Aspinall's desire for clarity on his future intensifies.

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Story summary

Tom Aspinall, the interim UFC heavyweight champion, finds himself in a frustrating limbo as he awaits a title showdown with Jon Jones. Former fighter Matt Brown urges him to stay in the ring and face other contenders, warning against the lengthy wait that plagued Michael Chandler. Aspinall's desire for clarity on his future intensifies.