The financial demands associated with this matchup have sparked various rumors and statements from key figures in the sport, including UFC commentator Joe Rogan, UFC President Dana White, and fighter Colby Covington.
Joe Rogan initially claimed Jon Jones asked for $30 million to fight Tom Aspinall, but later retracted the statement, saying Dana White told him the rumor was untrue.
Colby Covington’s Perspective Colby Covington weighed in on the situation by criticizing Jon Jones for his financial demands. He stated that asking for $40-50 million was unreasonable given Jones’s drawing power for the company.
Covington suggested that these high demands might be a tactic for Jones to avoid fighting Aspinall altogether. This indicates that while various figures are being discussed, Covington believes Jones is aiming even higher than what Rogan initially reported.
Dana White is optimistic about the Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall fight, confirming it's "going to happen" without discussing financial details, focusing instead on finalizing the bout
Jon Jones is reportedly asking for between $30 million (as per Joe Rogan) and potentially up to $40-50 million (as per Colby Covington), although Dana White has not confirmed any specific amounts.