UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is on the mend and anticipates being cleared for contact training soon. His recovery from a double eye poke sustained during his title fight against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 is progressing positively.
The bout with Gane, which resulted in a no-contest, necessitated double eye surgery for Aspinall. While he has returned to training, he has not yet received medical clearance for sparring.
During Aspinall’s absence, a bout for the interim 265-pound championship has been scheduled between Ciryl Gane and Alex Pereira for June 14. The winner of this fight is expected to face Aspinall in a title unification bout later in the year.
Tom Aspinall’s Latest Update
In a recent video message shared with fans after a visit to the eye hospital, Tom Aspinall expressed optimism about his recovery. He stated that his eye is healing well and that doctors may soon permit him to resume sparring.
“Things are progressing very well, which I’m very happy about. They are indicating that soon, if things continue to improve, I will be cleared for contact. I’ve returned to the gym and am back to training, though sparring is not yet allowed.”
Aspinall remains uncertain about the exact date of his return to the octagon. However, he is confident that he will face the winner of the interim title fight, a sentiment echoed by the UFC.
“There is no specific month [for my return]. I am awaiting clearance, which is expected soon. Any specific dates will depend on the UFC.”
