UFC Star Feels “Heavyweights Are Sh*t” Except For Jon Jones And Tom Aspinall

Tom Aspinall delivers a bold take on fighting Jon Jones, vowing to retire the UFC legend soon

Tom Aspinall and Jon Jones

In the UFC, it’s a weight class with a rich legacy, from powerhouses like Junior dos Santos to dominant champions like Cain Velasquez. That history brings constant pressure to maintain greatness. However, in the eyes of Tai Tuivasa, the current state of the UFC’s heavyweight division is falling short. He sees it as a division that’s drowning, lacking the depth and danger it once had. For him, only Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall are truly carrying the weight right now.

In a candid conversation with Ariel Helwani, UFC heavyweight Tuivasa didn’t hold back when sharing his thoughts on the current state of his division. He admitted that during his time away from the sport, he’s had plenty of time to reflect, and what stands out most to him is his disappointment in the heavyweight roster.

Tuivasa made it clear that, in his opinion, the division is lacking real talent and depth right now. Aside from Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall, whom he acknowledges as elite, he feels the rest of the lineup is underwhelming. He believes the division has become too predictable, with most fighters failing to stand out in terms of skill or excitement.

He said, “It’s definitely been something I’ve been thinking about a lot since I’ve been having this time off… The heavyweights are shit. They’re all shit, except for Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. Other than that, fucking everyone’s pretty standard.”

Indeed, as a fighter known for his brutal knockouts and unfiltered personality, Tuivasa’s blunt assessment adds pressure on others in the division to raise their game.

Chael Sonnen Provides Massive Update On Jon Jones Vs. Tom Aspinall

Top UFC Analyst Predicts Jon Jones Will Face a Major Decision After His Potential Fight With Tom Aspinall, Impacting His Career

Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall

In a recent video, Chael Sonnen revealed some insider information regarding Jon Jones’ future in the UFC. A trusted source confirmed that the UFC granted Jones the 180 days he requested before his next fight. Meanwhile, Tom Aspinall is set to face Ciryl Gane, a matchup that had actually been discussed months ago but is now coming to fruition.

However, just a few days prior, Chael Sonnen himself claimed to have a source confirming that a Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall fight was going to happen soon. While Sonnen’s stories are often entertaining and spark a lot of speculation, it’s important to note that they don’t always reflect confirmed facts. His sources and predictions add excitement but don’t guarantee that these matchups will materialize as expected.