Daniel Cormier urges UFC to book Tom Aspinall's return soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Daniel Cormier has expressed a desire for the UFC to expedite Tom Aspinall's return to the octagon. Following his no-contest against Ciryl Gane, Aspinall has been sidelined for several months due to contract disputes and management changes. Cormier emphasized that Aspinall is the best heavyweight, stressing the need for him to compete soon. As Aspinall plans to face Gane in a future fight, there is speculation about a potential matchup before the end of the year.
- •Daniel Cormier calls for Tom Aspinall's quick return to UFC competition
- •Aspinall has been inactive since a no-contest against Ciryl Gane
- •Contract disputes and management changes have stalled Aspinall's fights
- •Speculation suggests Aspinall may fight Gane by year-end
- •Cormier believes Aspinall is the top heavyweight fighter currently
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Morning Report | Daniel Cormier the UFC to book Tom Aspinall’s return ASAP ‘because he is the best heavyweight in the world’
"Daniel Cormier wants Tom Aspinall and the UFC to get along
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