Tom Aspinall gives update on injury and return, planning to face winner of Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Tom Aspinall is nearing full recovery from eye injuries sustained during his October title defense against Ciryl Gane, with recent scans showing positive progress and an expected clearance for contact soon.
- Following Aspinall's injury and prolonged absence, the UFC created an interim heavyweight title, which Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane will contest at UFC White House.
- Aspinall plans to fight the winner of the interim title bout upon his return, though no specific timeline has been set as he awaits medical clearance.
- During Aspinall’s hiatus, new contenders like Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Josh Hokit have risen in the heavyweight rankings, and Aspinall expressed eagerness to face any top contenders upon his comeback.
- Aspinall remains committed to accepting all challenges in the division, emphasizing his willingness to fight any deserving opponent to defend his undisputed heavyweight title.
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