Henry Cejudo suggests Tom Aspinall vacate UFC heavyweight title

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Henry Cejudo suggests Tom Aspinall vacate UFC heavyweight title
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Former UFC champion Henry Cejudo has advised heavyweight titleholder Tom Aspinall to relinquish his belt while recovering from an ongoing eye injury. Aspinall has been sidelined since his match against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi ended in a no contest following an accidental eye poke. The British fighter has undergone multiple surgeries, and his return timeline remains uncertain. Cejudo, who vacated two titles during his own career, argued that giving up the belt would allow the division to proceed with new matchups. He proposed that the promotion organize a fight between Josh Hokit and Alex Pereira, with the winner eventually facing Gane for the title.

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  • Tom Aspinall has remained inactive since his eye injury at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi.
  • Representatives for Aspinall confirmed there are complications hindering his return to the octagon.
  • Henry Cejudo suggested a bout between Josh Hokit and Alex Pereira for the title.
  • UFC CEO Dana White stated he is unsure when Aspinall will be available to compete.
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  • 3:20 PMYahoo SportsFormer UFC champ urges Tom Aspinall to 'give up the title'
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Henry Cejudo knows a thing or two about vacating UFC titles. He says it's time for Tom Aspinall to join the club.

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