Jon Jones may not be in the Octagon right now, but he sure knows how to make his presence known. ‘Bones’ recently uploaded a video from a new shoot in which he performed a brutal spinning back kick, the same cruel move that ended Stipe Miocic‘s fight at UFC 309. For Miocic, the sight must have been a chilling flashback of the night Jones ruthlessly ended their fight with surgical precision. And if the kick wasn’t scary enough, Jones went above and beyond with an even more dramatic announcement.

Along with the video, Jones teased his followers with a mysterious yet exciting promise in his caption: “Keep a lookout for some absolutely insane content from @ketone. Doctor Bones is back, but this time with a whole new set of skills.” It’s a huge claim, especially coming from someone who is already widely regarded as the best complete fighter to have ever stepped inside the cage. ‘Bones’ hinting at “a whole new set of skills” suggests that the UFC world hasn’t seen anything yet — and if his spinning back kick is just the appetizer, the main course may be historic. However, as always with Jones, though, big promises bring even bigger expectations.

But for all the excitement Jones drums up, there’s still an elephant in the room: Tom Aspinall. While the UFC heavyweight champion showcases his arsenal and promises growth, he continues to avoid a fight with the interim heavyweight champion. UFC boss Dana White maintains that the Jones vs. Aspinall bout is “definitely happening,” but even seasoned insiders such as Chael Sonnen have backtracked on earlier claims of a deal being sealed. Rumors now circulate that Aspinall may defend his interim championship against Ciryl Gane instead, indicating that the Jon Jones fight isn’t as near as fans hoped. Bones’ “new set of skills” remains a tantalizing mystery for the time being, and it poses no immediate threat to the Briton.

Fans become increasingly cynical as the wait continues. Jon Jones has not competed since defeating Miocic with that brutal spinning back kick last November, putting the division in limbo. Meanwhile, Tom Aspinall has been ready and waiting after defeating Curtis Blaydes in record time. It remains to be seen whether Jones’ promise of incredible new content will lead back to the Octagon versus Aspinall or whether it is simply Instagram hype. But for now, he is enjoying his life while Tom Aspinall is tired of playing the waiting game. So much so that he and his father are raging over it.

Tom Aspinall and his dad rage over the waiting game with Jon Jones

Tom Aspinall’s frustration isn’t just simmering; it’s boiling over. Following months of silence and ambiguous promises, the interim champ is trapped in a never-ending cycle of training with no bout date in sight, and the damage is beginning to show beyond just wasted prime years. While Jon Jones enjoys life outside of the Octagon, the Briton and his father, Andy, face the harsher reality of the “waiting game”—a” game that threatens not only Aspinall’s career growth but also their family’s livelihood. And their most recent words make it clear that they are tired of being polite about it.

Andy Aspinall, Tom’s head coach and longtime mentor, did not mince words during a candid moment on YouTube. The burden of preparing without a goal grows harder by the day. “It’s just a massive pain in the a—, really,” Andy stated, breaking through the optimism that typically surrounds title contenders. While Tom Aspinall stays fit, improves his talents, and maintains his discipline, there is a gaping hole where actual competition should exist. It’s not just about chasing glory; it’s also about providing for one’s family. Without fights, there are no purses. Andy doesn’t get paid without his purses, which he frankly admitted were becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

Meanwhile, Tom Aspinall, true to his calm but brutally honest personality, shared his father’s frustrations. “We want some fight news,” he added simply, emphasizing the strange reality of living the life of an elite fighter without ever competing. Training twice a day, grinding through rehab sessions, polishing tools that may not be tested for a long time—it’s a recipe for burnout if not managed properly. The Aspinalls are no longer simply waiting for Jon Jones; they are fighting a silent battle against time, uncertainty, and the very system that’s supposed to reward them for being ready. And if nothing changes fast, the consequences might not just be emotional—they could be career-defining. What do you think? Is Jon Jones the main culprit of this whole ordeal? Let us know in the comments.