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UFC 321: Athletic Commissions Should Change MMA Rules as Tom Aspinall Suffers Vision Problems

UFC 321: Athletic Commissions Should Change MMA Rules as Tom Aspinall Suffers Vision Problems

The image of Tom Aspinall clutching his face, unable to open his right eye inside Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena, is one that no UFC fan will soon forget. Just four minutes and thirty-five seconds into his first undisputed title defense at UFC 321, Ciryl Gane’s outstretched fingers changed everything.

Tom Aspinall News / FirstSportz / October 29

'It Should be DQ!' Tom Aspinall Haters Checked by UFC Veteran Over Quitter Allegation

High-stakes title fights often become flashpoints not only for athletic consequences but also for regulatory interpretation when they end in atypical fashion.

MMA News / MMA on SI / October 29

UFC reportedly parts ways with two fighters after disappointing UFC 321 performances

Hamdy Abdelwahab and Azat Maksum have both apparently been cut from the UFC following their fights at UFC 321 last weekend. Although it was relatively light on finishes, last Saturday’s UFC 321 card in Abu Dhabi featured no shortage of intrigue.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 29
Rampage Jackson tells Dana White how much UFC bonuses should be in $7.7 billion broadcast deal

Rampage Jackson tells Dana White how much UFC bonuses should be in $7.7 billion broadcast deal

The UFC has been told to make a huge increase to the Fight of the Night bonus. A new era will begin for mixed martial arts’ leading promotion in 2026, as a lucrative agreement between the UFC and Paramount gets underway.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 29
Umar Nurmagomedov told to use Khamzat Chimaev’s secret weapon for Merab Dvalishvili rematch

Umar Nurmagomedov told to use Khamzat Chimaev’s secret weapon for Merab Dvalishvili rematch

Umar Nurmagomedov has his sights on revenge after UFC 321. The younger cousin of legendary former lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov returned to winning ways at Saturday’s pay-per-view, nine months after being beaten for the first time in professional MMA.

Jamahal Hill News / FirstSportz / October 29

Jamahal Hill Candidly Speaks on Upcoming 1 Year Without UFC Paycheck

Extended inactivity continues to redraw financial conversations around UFC athletes when competitive calendars halt for long periods. Jamahal Hill is the latest former champion to enter that zone, now sitting without a booking while the light heavyweight landscape moves.

Islam Makhachev News / EssentiallySports / October 29
UFC Officially Announces P4P Rankings Ahead of Islam Makhachev Fight at Maddison Square Garden

UFC Officially Announces P4P Rankings Ahead of Islam Makhachev Fight at Maddison Square Garden

If you were left disappointed by the ending of UFC 321, there’s good news—November is shaping up to be huge. The month brings a stacked lineup headlined by UFC 322 on November 15 in New York, where Islam Makhachev will challenge Jack Della Maddalena for the UFC welterweight title.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 29

Joe Rogan Sparks Debate With 'No Standup' Rule, Praises Khabib Nurmagomedov as the Exception in UFC

Grappling’s popularity only continues to go down the unfortunate road. As recent as October last year, Conor McGregor even blamed the discipline for a drop in MMA’s quality, thanks to the perceived lack of action.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 29

Mackenzie Dern Fires Back at Din Thomas Over Irrelevant Title Fight Remarks After UFC 321 Victory

While UFC 321 will always be remembered for the unfortunate Tom Aspinall double eye poke, the night in Abu Dhabi also marked a historic milestone for Mackenzie Dern.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 29

Ciryl Gane Warned About Facing ‘Harder’ Tom Aspinall Test in Rematch by Daniel Cormier

Last weekend, the heavyweight title clash between Ciryl Gane and Tom Aspinall ended in disappointment after an accidental eye poke stopped the bout. Despite being given recovery time by the referee, Aspinall was unable to continue the fight due to blurred vision issues.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 29

Islam Makhachev Surprisingly Ranks Jack Della Maddalena’s Power Below Belal Muhammad

Public framing ahead of championship bouts often begins with how the fighters themselves characterize one another, and this has already taken shape around Islam Makhachev and Jack Della Maddalena as their title fight approaches.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / October 29
Do Ranked Women’s Fights In The UFC Really Deserve Main Card Placement?

Do Ranked Women’s Fights In The UFC Really Deserve Main Card Placement?

It was not long ago that Din Thomas blasted the co-main event of UFC 321 as an “insignificant title fight”. His comments were a massive disservice not just to Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern, but the strawweight division as a whole, especially with Weili Zhang’s departure looming.

Tom Aspinall News / EssentiallySports / October 29
Tom Aspinall’s Eye Turns Into a Medical Debate After French Doctors Call His UFC 321 Injury 'Superficial'

Tom Aspinall’s Eye Turns Into a Medical Debate After French Doctors Call His UFC 321 Injury 'Superficial'

Was Tom Aspinall’s inability to continue fighting Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 a cop out? It was a double-eye poke, that too, in the heavyweight division. The move wasn’t intentional from Ciryl Gane, but was it bad enough for the referee to stop the fight?

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 29
Tom Aspinall’s dad agrees with Jon Jones’ claim that he ‘gave up’ in prior loss but adds key detail

Tom Aspinall’s dad agrees with Jon Jones’ claim that he ‘gave up’ in prior loss but adds key detail

Following UFC 321, some wild criticisms have been aimed at Tom Aspinall. The undisputed UFC heavyweight champion had his first title defense end in a no contest after he couldn’t see due to being poked in both of his eyes.

Michael Bisping News / MMA Sucka / October 28
Michael Bisping Urges UFC to Add Heavyweight Rematch to UFC 323

Michael Bisping Urges UFC to Add Heavyweight Rematch to UFC 323

The eye-poke incident in Abu Dhabi added yet another chapter to the string of unfortunate moments in Tom Aspinall’s career. What makes this setback even harder to swallow is that the Englishman was making his long-awaited return to the Octagon after a 14-month layoff, fully healthy and eager to finally defend his title.

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Tom Aspinall News / Athlon Sports / October 28
Tom Aspinall’s Team Shares Disturbing Update After UFC 321 Main Event

Tom Aspinall’s Team Shares Disturbing Update After UFC 321 Main Event

Main event ended in disappointment after a double eye poke Team Aspinall reveals shocking details about his vision Fans fear the injury could impact his

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 28
Muhammad Mokaev explains why he surprisingly compares his UFC career to Colby Covington’s

Muhammad Mokaev explains why he surprisingly compares his UFC career to Colby Covington’s

Muhammad Mokaev wants to change people’s opinions by doing what he does best. Following UFC 304, Mokaev shockingly parted ways with the promotion after racking up seven consecutive wins in the flyweight division.

Brendan Allen News / MMA on SI / October 28

UFC title challenger sounds off on MMA referees after controversial UFC 321 eye poke

UFC middleweight contender Marvin Vettori has weighed-in on how MMA referees handle fouls following a disappointing ending to the main event for UFC 321.

Mackenzie Dern News / HITC / October 28
Mackenzie Dern targets big-name clash after UFC 321, saying she’s ready to ‘beat the best’

Mackenzie Dern targets big-name clash after UFC 321, saying she’s ready to ‘beat the best’

Mackenzie Dern has not wasted any time talking about her first title defence, even though she has only just put her hands on the strawweight belt. She picked up the vacant belt in her first crack at gold after getting the better of Virna Jandiroba at UFC 321.

MMA News / MMA on SI / October 28

Heavyweight star reveals nasty injury after extending insane UFC record at UFC 321

In a cruel twist of fate, Valter Walker will be sidelined with a leg injury for an extended period after adding to his incredible heel hook streak at UFC 321.

Islam Makhachev News / MMA Weekly / October 28
Islam Makhachev details changes to training camp for UFC 322

Islam Makhachev details changes to training camp for UFC 322

Former UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev (27-1) moves up to the welterweight division to challenge 170-pound titleholder Jack Della Maddalena (18-2) in the UFC 322 main event on Nov.

MMA News / Yardbarker / October 26
Potential fights for the main card winners after UFC 321

Potential fights for the main card winners after UFC 321

UFC 321 is over, and it left fans wanting more for obvious reasons. UFC matchmakers have plenty of fights to make after this event. Here are some potential matchups for the winners on the main card.

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