In the ever-evolving world of MMA heavyweights, Tom Aspinall is making waves without claiming to be the absolute best. Yet, in the current landscape, it’s hard to deny that he stands at the top.
Acknowledging the absence of Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou, Aspinall, in his modest demeanor, asserted, “That’s straight-up facts.” He emphasized that he isn’t boasting but rather recognizing the present reality, with Jones inactive and Ngannou temporarily on the sidelines. As of today, on this specific date, Aspinall confidently considers himself the premier heavyweight in the MMA world.
Recently, Aspinall stepped up to the plate at UFC 295 on short notice, facing Sergei Pavlovich, a knockout artist who had finished his last six opponents in the opening round. Weathering a few shots, Aspinall found his opportunity, swiftly dispatching Pavlovich in just 69 seconds and securing the interim title left vacant by Jones.
While the UFC is leaning towards preserving the Jones vs. Miocic matchup, Aspinall is eager to propel his career forward. Expressing respect for the Stipe vs. Jones spectacle, he suggested a shift in focus, proposing, “Let me fight one of the legends and beat the legends.”
Jon Jones Praises Tom Aspinall
Aspinall envisions an exciting future for himself in the UFC, urging the promotion to consider new plans, especially if a U.K. arena is secured for a potential sell-out event in the summer of 2024. Confident in his ability to draw a crowd, he emphasized, “I can sell out the UK shows, no drama.”
Even Jon Jones, known for his social media jabs at potential challengers, extended congratulations to Aspinall after his victory. Aspinall, having tasted success, is eager to continue the journey and hopes to convince Jones to prolong his stay in the heavyweight division.
At 30 years old, Aspinall sees the potential for greatness ahead, expressing his desire to go down in history as the best heavyweight to grace the octagon. With a glimpse of what he calls “greatness,” Aspinall is eager to build on his achievements and etch his name in the annals of MMA history.
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