Curtis Blaydes has been biding his time for a shot at the UFC heavyweight championship, and he is now set to face Tom Aspinall at UFC 304. Despite Aspinall holding the interim title and Jon Jones being the current champion, Blaydes comprehends Jones’s decision to opt for a fight against Stipe Miocic instead of unifying the titles.
Blaydes opines that Jones may view Miocic as an easier challenge due to his age and speculates that Jones might retire after the Miocic bout. Blaydes respects Jones’s potential choice to retire, believing that Jones has already showcased his prowess in the sport.
Blaydes concedes that his upcoming battle with Aspinall could pose a more formidable test than squaring off against Jones, citing Aspinall’s youth, strength, and natural heavyweight build. Nevertheless, Blaydes remains self-assured in his skills and eagerly anticipates the forthcoming contest.
