Gable Steveson suggests that UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall’s decision to vacate the title could open the door for former champion Jon Jones to return to competition. Steveson frames the vacancy as a catalyst, saying it has reignited Jones’ interest in fighting.
Both outlets report Steveson’s comments without presenting additional confirmation from Jones or the UFC. The speculation is based on Steveson’s assessment of how Jones might respond to a newly available heavyweight title. NDTV and Yahoo Sports differ mainly in phrasing, with Yahoo Sports saying Jones is “seriously mulling” a comeback, while NDTV describes Jones as having his “competitive fire” reignited.
Overall, the reports present Steveson’s remarks as commentary on potential future plans rather than an announced return. No details are provided on timelines, matchups, or whether the UFC intends to hold an interim title bout in the meantime.
