Tom Aspinall’s highly anticipated undisputed heavyweight title fight came to a screeching halt in October’s UFC 321 main event against Ciryl Gane. Just minutes after headlining UFC 321, Gane accidentally stabbed both of Aspinall’s eyes, causing vision problems and preventing Aspinall from continuing to compete.
Aspinall has received heavy criticism from some fans, fighters and pundits since UFC 321. Former UFC champions TJ Dillashaw and Aljamain Sterling have gone so far as to question Aspinall’s heart and the severity of his eye injury.
Aspinall would reign in a new era in the UFC heavyweight division at UFC 321 following the abrupt retirement of Jon Jones in June. Since UFC 321, Jones has doubled down on his comeback plans in 2026 and has mercilessly taunted Aspinall since the Gane fight.
Tom Aspinall answers Jon Jones’ taunts about UFC 321 no contest and eye injuries
Jones has claimed he has ‘learned a lot about Tom’ since UFC 321, questioning the UFC heavyweight champion’s heart and labeling his wrestling ‘overrated’. Since a fight between Aspinall and Jones fell apart earlier this year, tensions have remained high between the two behemoths.
In a recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani ShowAspinall responded to Jones.
“Good for him, man. Good for him,” Aspinall said of Jones. “I thought this guy was the GOAT? Focus on yourself brother, you’re retired; just do your own thing.”
“If you’re so much better than everyone else, just go and enjoy yourself. Don’t worry about what I do. I tried to argue with him, but realized that wouldn’t happen. But Jon is only doing himself some damage, so I’ll let him do his thing.”
Aspinall is set for a likely rematch against Gane in 2026 once he fully heals from his injuries. As for Jones, he could potentially be on a future collision course with Aspinall if he successfully changes UFC CEO Dana White’s opinion on the White House fights.
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