Jon Jones expresses eagerness to return after Aspinall vacates title
Bloody Elbow • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Jon Jones has indicated a renewed desire to return to the octagon following Tom Aspinall's announcement to vacate the UFC heavyweight title. The news adds another layer to the evolving dynamics of the heavyweight division, especially after Jones previously avoided facing Aspinall when he held the interim championship. The circumstances of this title vacancy, along with Jones's previous hesitations, suggest potential future matchups could be on the horizon for both fighters, as Jones seeks to reestablish his dominance in the UFC.
- •Jon Jones reveals he is eager to fight again.
- •Tom Aspinall has vacated the UFC heavyweight title.
- •Jones previously avoided a fight with Aspinall.
- •The heavyweight division is seeing significant changes.
- •Future matchups may be influenced by this title vacancy.
- 8:00 AMBloody Elbow — Jon Jones eager to return after Tom Aspinall's UFC heavyweight title vacation 'put another fire in him' - Bloody Elbow
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