Nov 11, 2023; New York, NY, USA; Tom Aspinall (blue gloves) reacts to beating Sergei Pavlovich (crimson gloves) throughout UFC 295 at Madison Sq. Backyard. Obligatory Credit score: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports activities
November 17, 2023 1:00 pm ET
Henry Cejudo thinks Tom Aspinall overreacted after capturing the interim heavyweight title at UFC 295.
Aspinall (14-3 MMA, 7-1 UFC) wanted simply 69 seconds to knock out Sergei Pavlovich on quick discover on this previous Saturday’s co-main occasion at Madison Sq. Backyard in New York. Aspinall broke down in tears after the stoppage in what was a really emotional second.
However former two-division UFC champion Cejudo, who by no means thought Aspinall vs. Pavlovich was worth an interim belt, critiqued Aspinall for his response. “Watching Tom Aspinall win the interim world title, he’s already celebrating,” Cejudo stated on his YouTube channel. “It’s an interim, Tom! Save these tears for while you truly win the true belt. Generally, after I see individuals like that, they simply get too emotional after an interim belt. Yeah, you bought a trophy, however they could as effectively dip that factor in both silver or bronze as a result of it’s not the true factor.
“I imply that with all due respect. As a competitor, I begin to consider their mentalities. How is it or what’s it that makes them – has he thought that he’s reached the top of the world? I’m not selecting on you, Tom. I’m simply saying to you, save these tears for while you truly personal the undisputed title.”
Aspinall referred to as for UFC undisputed heavyweight champion Jon Jones subsequent, however Jones is anticipated to have his title struggle with Stipe Miocic rebooked as soon as he’s wholesome. Cejudo agrees with Aspinall, and in addition desires to see the title-unification bout subsequent.
“This struggle is much more intriguing than a man like Stipe Miocic,” Cejudo stated. “I can perceive why Jon would wish to struggle a man like Stipe, somebody who’s older in his age, and in addition somebody who’s extra achieved.”
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