UFC President Dana White reveals he wishes two legendary fighters had continued their amazing careers instead of retiring.

In the MMA world, fans are clamoring for a dream showdown: Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall. However, recent cryptic messages from Jones hinting at a potential retirement have left fans feeling uneasy about the possibility of this exciting match.

Chael Sonnen, renowned MMA commentator, suggests that Jones hasn’t outright rejected a fight with Aspinall, but the chance of this bout happening seems to be fading fast.

The Legends White Wishes Didn’t Retire

Dana White has openly expressed his desire to see a fight between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall materialize, but he acknowledges that the choice to retire ultimately lies with the athletes themselves. He carries a strong sentiment regarding two Hall of Famers, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Daniel Cormier, believing they still had plenty left to offer when they chose to step away.

During a recent UFC 316 press conference, a reporter asked White if he felt Jones would be ducking Aspinall if he decided to retire. White replied thoughtfully, stating, ‘If the guy wants to retire and doesn’t want to fight, there’s nothing you can do.’ He continued, expressing his disappointment: ‘I didn’t want Khabib to retire, and I thought ‘DC’ should’ve stayed in it longer.’

Growing Frustration Over Jones' Inactivity

As Aspinall has been sidelined for nearly a year, frustration within the MMA community is simmering regarding Jones' inactivity. This discontent has sparked a petition to strip Jones of his title, which has amassed an impressive 187,000 signatures.

Unsurprisingly, Dana White is well aware of the petition's momentum and the conversations circulating in the MMA world about the heavyweight champion's future.