No one expected Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall to become the most talked about rivalry in 2024. Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya and Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor gained steam because the UFC booked it. Even with no official booking, Jones vs. Aspinall remains massive for the fans. This has put Dana White in limbo. However, YouTuber turned-boxer Jake Paul might have a solution.
Aspinall has previously accused Jon Jones of slowing down the division and mocked him for ducking. However, Dana White recently mentioned that Jones isn’t scared and will fight anybody. However, the Stipe Miocic matchup will happen next. Jake Paul doesn’t believe ducking accusation against Jones and believes big pay can secure the most in-demand UFC matchup.
Jon Jones doesn’t dodge anyone. He knows exactly what he’s doing. Show him the money – that real money. Not that spin the narrative money. Him versus Aspinal is massive as it hits two big ppv markets. $25M guarantee plus ppv seems about right.
Jake Paul via X
According to Jones, his upcoming fight with Stipe Miocic is better for his legacy as the Cleveland native is the heavyweight GOAT. However, in reality, Jones could be more focused on selling pay-per-views. Jones had previously entertained the idea of fighting Alex Pereira. The reason might anger hardcore fans as he stated that the Brazilian is a bigger star than Tom Aspinall.
Jon Jones doesn’t dodge anyone. He knows exactly what he’s doing.
Show him the money 💰 – that real money. Not that spin the narrative money.
Him versus Aspinal is massive as it hits two big ppv markets. $25M guarantee plus ppv seems about right. @JonnyBones
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) August 29, 2024
This supports Paul’s theory that Jones focuses on money instead of legacy. ‘Bones’ has been in the UFC for more than two decades and can retire anytime soon. Ahead of that, getting a few potential fat fight purses doesn’t sound like a bad idea. As a PPV superstar, the American fighter has various other options to earn money and extend his legacy.
Another potential option for Jon Jones to earn millions as well as cement his legacy
In the world of heavyweight MMA, the upcoming fight between Francis Ngannou and Renan Ferreira has created a lot of hype. It would be Ngannou’s first ever PFL fight, one year after joining the promotion. Jake Paul was present during their face-off, where he talked about Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou’s old beef.
Jon Jones’ next opponent (via Imago)According to Paul, Dana White is scared to let Jones fight Ngannou. Paul believes Ngannou is one of the most dangerous men in the world, and a fight between him and Jones makes sense. The boxer suggested Jones fight the winner of Ngannou vs. Ferreira in an interview with Esquire Middle East.
I would love it if Jon eventually fought Ngannou or Ferreira. I think these two guys are the best heavyweights on the planet right now, and to cement his legacy, Jon should fight the winner of this upcoming fight
Jake Paul via Esquire Middle East
UFC co-promoting with PFL will not happen. PFL personalities and officials can push for a PFL vs. UFC event. It will not happen and if it does happen, by that time, Jones and Ngannou will have announced their retirement. There is a huge possibility that after UFC 309, Jones will decide to retire from the sport. Given his highly decorated career, it wouldn’t be a bad farewell for the fighter.
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