Jon Jones recently made a surprising announcement – he will be coaching opposite Nate Diaz on a Russian MMA-themed reality show. This unexpected move has left fans wondering what his next step will be in his career.
Just a few days ago, the UFC heavyweight champion was spotted on the back of a motorcycle in Thailand, looking far from the image of a focused martial arts monk. And now, he is addressing accusations on social media of avoiding a fight with UFC interim heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall, all while live streaming from another motorcycle ride.
In the video, Jones responds to those calling him a “duck” by saying, “I’ve got people in the chat calling me a duck. Meanwhile I’m living my absolute best life. I don’t know if it’s considered ducking when you’re living good. I don’t think it works like that.”
However, the reality is that ducking does indeed refer to avoiding a fight, especially when you hold a disputed title like Jones does. While his social media persona may suggest otherwise, his actions speak volumes.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Jones’ intentions, his recent Instagram post showcasing his “wall of victory” raised eyebrows. With no space left on the wall after adding posters from all his past fights, it begs the question – is he avoiding making room for a potential fight with Aspinall?
While Aspinall has expressed his desire for the fight, Jones remains non-committal. This reluctance has led to speculations about his future in the UFC heavyweight division.
It appears that the once fiercely competitive Jones is now content with hanging up his gloves without facing his biggest challenges. This decision, if true, will undoubtedly shape his legacy in the sport.
Whether Jones chooses to retire or face Aspinall, he should make his intentions clear. Until then, the accusations of ducking will continue to haunt him, no matter how fast he rides his motorcycle.