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Here’s where things get interesting. While Jones was busy trolling Aspinall on social media, another callout emerged—this time from Alex Pereira. The Brazilian knockout artist and current light heavyweight champion posted a cryptic message suggesting he wants to move up to heavyweight and face Jones. His pitch? “Let’s Make the Heavyweight Division Great Again!” And Jones? He responded almost immediately: “Alex, I’d be down to bring the highest skill level to the White House. I appreciate the respect you showed. Let’s dance.” Wait, the White House? Yes, you read that correctly. Jones is referring to the rumored UFC event set to take place at the White House next summer. Because apparently, watching two of the greatest fighters on the planet throw hands in the most politically charged venue imaginable is exactly what 2025 needs. Why Jones vs. Pereira Makes More Sense Than Against Aspinall Let’s be real for a second. From a business perspective, Jones vs. Pereira is a mega-fight. It’s got everything: two legends, cross-divisional intrigue, and the kind of star power that could headline the biggest event in UFC history. Aspinall, despite being the interim champion, doesn’t have that same appeal—at least not yet. His fanbase is passionate, sure, but he’s still building his name. Meanwhile, Pereira has already proven himself as a two-division champion with highlight-reel knockouts that make even casual fans tune in. And after UFC 321? Aspinall’s stock took a hit. Fair or not, that’s the reality. The MMA world expected dominance. Instead, they got an anticlimactic ending that left everyone frustrated. Jones knows this. He’s capitalizing on it. And honestly, it’s kind of genius. What’s Next for Aspinall? So where does this leave Tom Aspinall? According to UFC CEO Dana White, the promotion is looking to reschedule the fight with Gane. Medical reports suggest Aspinall didn’t suffer any serious damage from the eye poke, though he’s been advised to follow up with a specialist in a week. But here’s the problem: even if Aspinall gets his rematch and wins convincingly, he’s already lost momentum. The mystique is gone. The aura of invincibility? Shattered. And Jones? He’s moved on. He’s got his sights set on Pereira, a fight that would cement his legacy and potentially be the final chapter in one of the greatest careers in MMA history. Not Done Yet Say what you want about Jon Jones—and trust me, people have said a lot—but the man knows how to control the narrative. He sat out while the MMA community hyped up Aspinall as the next big threat. He watched Aspinall’s UFC 321 performance implode. And now, he’s swooping in with the perfect comeback. Whether Jones actually fights Pereira at the White House or retires without ever facing Aspinall, one thing is clear: ‘Bones’ is still the king of heavyweight mind games. And after this weekend? He’s got receipts.
