UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier has identified the primary threat that Tom Aspinall will face if he ever steps into the octagon with Jon Jones.
Cormier explained that the most critical aspect when facing Jones is to maintain unwavering confidence. He elaborated, “When you are locked in the cage with Jones, the worst thing you can do is start doubting yourself. If you begin to think, `This is much tougher than I imagined,` Jones will immediately seize the opportunity and overwhelm you. I don`t believe Aspinall is prone to this kind of self-doubt. However, the real danger for a young, dominant fighter like Tom Aspinall is the potential for external pressure. Fans and the media can create a narrative that leads you to believe that defeating Jones will be easy. Then, when the fight gets underway and you encounter adversity, you might start questioning yourself and wondering why things aren`t going as planned. The question becomes, how will Aspinall react if the fight extends beyond the initial rounds? It`s highly improbable that Jon Jones will be defeated quickly.”