Jon Jones Is Back In Training – Will He Face Aspinall?

Jon Jones, the UFC Heavyweight Champion, shared a picture of himself back in training following his recent injury troubles. 

Bones has not fought since stopping Ciryl Gane last year via first-round submission at UFC 285. The win secured him the vacant title after being away for three years. Jones was set to defend his belt against Stipe Miocic at UFC 295 last year. However, Bones pulled out after injuring his pectoral muscle in sparring.

Jones’ Return

He underwent surgery with a view to fighting this year. He did suffer another setback when he underwent further surgery on his elbow. Tom Aspinall, the UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion, wanted Jones stripped so he could fight Miocic for the belt. Dana White refused to entertain the idea, leaving Aspinall and the MMA fans with no choice but to wait for Jones’ return. Now, it seems he could be on his way back soon. 

It is not clear when Jones will make a return. However, Jones has been making headlines since his absence. A Drug-Free Sport employee alleged that the fighter had threatened to kill her when she and a fellow employee went to test the fighter. There were suggestions that Jones may have been drunk. Jones later released security footage showing him taking the two to their car, as all seemed well. Further reports emerged that Jones had been arrested for threatening the woman, which never happened. Jones will be keen on returning as soon as possible to focus on the fight game.