Gane is currently on a two-fight winning streak and is the No. 1 contender in the UFC's official heavyweight rankings. Aspinall, who was promoted from interim to undisputed champion when Jones' retirement was announced, is expected to work out his plans during International Fight Week. Gane believes he should be in the next title fight.

There is no immediate indication that Jones' retirement is related to the latest charge. Jones' lawyer, Christopher Dodd, released a statement on Monday firing back at the charges and accusing the Albuquerque Police Department of "improper" targeting of his client.

When UFC CEO Dana White abruptly revealed Jon Jones’ retirement during a press conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, many UFC fans and media have expressed disappointment that Jones’ career ended without a unification bout against Aspinall,