Read about Jon Jones’ praise for rising UFC stars Sean O’Malley and Tom Aspinall, as well as his anticipation of Conor McGregor’s return to the Octagon. Discover their potential and Jones’ insights on their future in the sport.
| Fighters | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Sean O’Malley | Jones likens O’Malley to Conor McGregor, praises his raw talent and captivating story. Predicts a bright future for him in the UFC. |
| Tom Aspinall | Jones believes Aspinall has the potential to achieve great things in the heavyweight division. Commends his impressive record and knockout victories. |
| Conor McGregor | Jones expresses his desire for McGregor’s return, praising his impact on the sport’s popularity and marketability. |
Jon Jones Praises Rising Stars
Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion, recently shared his excitement for two fighters who have caught his attention: Sean O’Malley and Tom Aspinall. While discussing his favorite fighters on the Overdogs Podcast, Jones compared O’Malley to the Irish superstar Conor McGregor , citing their raw talent and captivating stories. He expressed his eagerness to see how far O’Malley can go in the sport. Additionally, Jones praised English heavyweight Tom Aspinall, acknowledging his potential to make a significant impact in the division. Jones believes both fighters have promising futures in the UFC.
O’Malley’s Bright Future
At just 28 years old, O’Malley has already made waves in the Octagon, securing the UFC bantamweight championship by knocking out Aljamain Sterling. Jones commended O’Malley’s performance and highlighted his youth as an advantage, predicting that he will continue to improve and remain a prominent figure in the sport for years to come.
Aspinall’s Potential
Jones also expressed admiration for Tom Aspinall, an English heavyweight with an impressive record of 13-3. Aspinall has defeated notable opponents, including Marcin Tybura, Alexander Volkov, Sergey Spivak, and Andre Arlovski. Jones believes Aspinall possesses the potential to achieve great things in the heavyweight division and anticipates his success against other fighters.
McGregor’s Return
In addition to discussing O’Malley and Aspinall, Jones expressed his desire for Conor McGregor to make a comeback. He praised McGregor’s contributions to the sport, highlighting his impact on its popularity and marketability. Jones stated that he would always support McGregor and eagerly await his return to the Octagon.
