Jon Jones’ reign as UFC heavyweight champion has sparked debate in the MMA community regarding the status of the division in relation to interim champion Tom Aspinall. Jones, who last defended his title at UFC 309, has faced criticism for periods of inactivity throughout his career.
Jon Jones Must Defend Title or be Stripped
Legendary boxing trainer Teddy Atlas addressed this issue, stating, “Jon Jones has been inactive in spots in his career. There’s no doubt about it. And you could say, well, now you are keeping the title hostage.