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MMA News / MMA Weekly / October 13

Veteran referee has perfect solution to UFC's eye poke dilemma

Eye pokes have long been an obstacle in MMA that needs to be tackled. One eye poke can be the difference between winning and losing a fight and, in the worst cases, can negatively impact a fighter’s career, as seen with Tom Aspinall.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 10
Jon Jones comments on his UFC future following Tom Aspinall vacating title as he admits regret

Jon Jones comments on his UFC future following Tom Aspinall vacating title as he admits regret

Jon Jones is keeping his options open but believes he’s likely done with fighting. The heavyweight division has undergone some big changes in recent times due to Tom Aspinall vacating his belt due to further injuries.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 3
Johnny Walker knocks out Tom Aspinall’s sparring partner in sensational heavyweight debut at UFC 332

Johnny Walker knocks out Tom Aspinall’s sparring partner in sensational heavyweight debut at UFC 332

Johnny Walker stepped up to heavyweight for the first time on Saturday night. The long-time light heavyweight contender capped off the early prelims at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 2
Josh Hokit accuses Tom Aspinall of not ‘trying to find a way’ to fight on like one UFC legend he admires

Josh Hokit accuses Tom Aspinall of not ‘trying to find a way’ to fight on like one UFC legend he admires

Josh Hokit has once again taken shots at former UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall ahead of his UFC 334 encounter with Ciryl Gane in November. The 28-year-old American UFC star has received his shot to challenge for the heavyweight title at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City.

MMA News / TWSN / September 29
The UFC Heavyweight Division is Not as Bad as You Think...

The UFC Heavyweight Division is Not as Bad as You Think...

The UFC heavyweight division just lost the most exciting champion they’ve seen in some time.  His name of course is Tom Aspinall, and while he’s still

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / September 29
UFC's Josh Hokit Rips Tom Aspinall Ahead of MSG Vacant Heavyweight Title Fight

UFC's Josh Hokit Rips Tom Aspinall Ahead of MSG Vacant Heavyweight Title Fight

UFC heavyweight contender Josh Hokit has kept up his polarizing persona since his arrival to the UFC last November following a win on DWCS in the summertime.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 28
Josh Hokit accuses Tom Aspinall of faking an eye injury to get UFC release

Josh Hokit accuses Tom Aspinall of faking an eye injury to get UFC release

Josh Hokit doesn’t buy Tom Aspinall‘s eye injury. Aspinall has been out of action for almost a year with an eye issue that is damaging his quality of life.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 28
Hokit Claims Aspinall Faked Eye Surgery To Exit UFC

Hokit Claims Aspinall Faked Eye Surgery To Exit UFC

Undefeated heavyweight contender Josh Hokit believes Tom Aspinall has been faking his eye problems to force his way out of the UFC, according to comments made on "The Ariel Helwani Show." Aspinall vacated the heavyweight title earlier this month after reinjuring his right eye during sparring.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 23
‘You cheated’… Alexander Volkov blasts Ciryl Gane for calling Tom Aspinall mentally fragile’

‘You cheated’… Alexander Volkov blasts Ciryl Gane for calling Tom Aspinall mentally fragile’

Alexander Volkov has picked a side in the ongoing beef between two of his former opponents. The long-time heavyweight contender was tapped out by Tom Aspinall at UFC London in March 2022.

MMA News / The Body Lock / September 23

Ciryl Gane Fires Back: Calls Tom Aspinall ‘Mentally Fragile’ After Title Controversy

Tom Aspinall vacated the UFC heavyweight title in September 2026 due to ongoing eye problems from his October 2025 fight with Ciryl Gane Gane was elevated

Eddie Hearn asked what is next for Tom Aspinall after UFC title decision as update on MMA star is teased

Eddie Hearn asked what is next for Tom Aspinall after UFC title decision as update on MMA star is teased

Matchroom chief Eddie Hearn has now spoken out about MMA star Tom Aspinall after the former UFC heavyweight champion’s setback in 2026. Tom Aspinall had to make the decision to vacate the UFC heavyweight title after ongoing complications with his 2025 eye injury curtailed his MMA comeback.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 22
Israel Adesanya drops unique Conor McGregor and Tom Aspinall comparison after UFC star vacated title

Israel Adesanya drops unique Conor McGregor and Tom Aspinall comparison after UFC star vacated title

Israel Adesanya namechecked UFC legend Conor McGregor during his reaction to Tom Aspinall being forced to drop the heavyweight title due to his ongoing injury.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 18
Tom Aspinall's UFC nightmare leaves MMA legend deeply saddened

Tom Aspinall's UFC nightmare leaves MMA legend deeply saddened

Tom Aspinall‘s injury is worse than first thought. Stepping into UFC 321 to make his first title defense, a chance to prove to the doubters that he’s the best in the world.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / September 17
Tom Aspinall Shares Major Update After Vacating UFC Heavyweight Belt

Tom Aspinall Shares Major Update After Vacating UFC Heavyweight Belt

Tom Aspinall is making some significant changes to his life outside of fighting after relinquishing the UFC heavyweight belt. Now nearly a year removed from his last trip to the Octagon, Aspinall is facing arguably the biggest challenge of his career after an injury setback derailed plans for a reported return fight against Ciryl Gane at UFC 334.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 17
Tom Aspinall stepping away from social media in the aftermath of title vacation says new statement

Tom Aspinall stepping away from social media in the aftermath of title vacation says new statement

An update has been posted regarding the content on Tom Aspinall’s YouTube channel. Aspinall announced that he’d vacated the heavyweight title at the start of this week due to suffering an injury that has delayed his return.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 16
Gable Steveson reacts to Tom Aspinall relinquishing UFC title

Gable Steveson reacts to Tom Aspinall relinquishing UFC title

In light of Tom Aspinall vacating his UFC title, Gable Steveson has a mixed reaction to the news. After almost a year away from the octagon, Aspinall has finally relinquished his UFC gold.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / September 16
UFC veteran questions Tom Aspinall’s chances of returning: ‘He could potentially lose his eye’

UFC veteran questions Tom Aspinall’s chances of returning: ‘He could potentially lose his eye’

Following months of rumours and speculation, British UFC fighter Tom Aspinall has at last relinquished his UFC Heavyweight Championship. The choice was made following a troubling injury he sustained in his bout with Ciryl Gane at UFC 321.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 15
Jones Piles On Aspinall After Heavyweight Title Exit

Jones Piles On Aspinall After Heavyweight Title Exit

Jon Jones has taken aim at Tom Aspinall following the British fighter's decision to vacate the UFC heavyweight title. Aspinall relinquished the belt without pressure from the UFC after ongoing complications with his right eye, per Sherdog.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / September 15
'He Can’t Train, Can’t See': Tom Aspinall Faces Potential Fourth Eye Surgery After Training Accident Derails UFC 334 Return, Reveals Helwani

'He Can’t Train, Can’t See': Tom Aspinall Faces Potential Fourth Eye Surgery After Training Accident Derails UFC 334 Return, Reveals Helwani

The UFC is now effectively without a heavyweight champion after Tom Aspinall vacated his title yesterday. While the decision has left the division in a state of flux, the choice to vacate the title did not come out of nowhere.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / September 14
Tom Aspinall Gives Grim Update On Eye Injury, Vacates UFC Heavyweight Title

Tom Aspinall Gives Grim Update On Eye Injury, Vacates UFC Heavyweight Title

Tom Aspinall has announced he is vacating the UFC heavyweight title less than a year after his first title defense ended when the current interim champion Ciryl Gane injured him with an eyepoke.

MMA News / TWSN / September 14
The Fight the UFC Must Make For Tom Aspinall’s Vacant Heavyweight Title

The Fight the UFC Must Make For Tom Aspinall’s Vacant Heavyweight Title

Right as it seemed the UFC Heavyweight Division was getting to a good place, things have now taken a turn of uncertainty as Tom Aspinall has vacated his UFC heavyweight title due to ongoing recovery from the eye injury he suffered against Ciryl Gane.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 14
Eddie Hearn releases statement after Tom Aspinall vacates UFC title

Eddie Hearn releases statement after Tom Aspinall vacates UFC title

Tom Aspinall chose to vacate his UFC heavyweight title earlier today. The news caused discussion among fans, and his new manager, Eddie Hearn, has shared some insight into the decision.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 14
Tom Aspinall vacates UFC heavyweight title

Tom Aspinall vacates UFC heavyweight title

Tom Aspinall has officially vacated the UFC heavyweight title. Rumblings of discontent within the UFC began surfacing as Aspinall is approaching the year mark without fighting.

MMA News / Lindy's Sports / September 9
It's Time For Tom Aspinall to Vacate the UFC Heavyweight Title

It's Time For Tom Aspinall to Vacate the UFC Heavyweight Title

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has not competed since October 25, 2025, when he fought to a No Contest against Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 321.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / September 2
'He’s Not Happy': Eddie Hearn Addresses Tom Aspinall’s UFC Exit Rumors With Return Update

'He’s Not Happy': Eddie Hearn Addresses Tom Aspinall’s UFC Exit Rumors With Return Update

Tom Aspinall recently shut down rumors of his UFC exit, clarifying that he’s going nowhere and remains under contract with Dana White’s promotion. Still,

MMA News / EssentiallySports / August 29
Dana White Breaks Silence on Tom Aspinall’s Statement About UFC Exit Rumors

Dana White Breaks Silence on Tom Aspinall’s Statement About UFC Exit Rumors

Tom Aspinall recently addressed the rumors surrounding his UFC exit that had spread like wildfire over the past few days. The UFC heavyweight champion

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