Michael Bisping expresses hope for Tom Aspinall's UFC return

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Michael Bisping expresses hope for Tom Aspinall's UFC return
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Michael Bisping has shared his support for Tom Aspinall, who vacated the UFC heavyweight championship due to ongoing eye complications stemming from a no contest with Ciryl Gane last October. Despite multiple surgeries, Aspinall has not yet regained full vision required for competition and was not cleared to fight this year. Bisping, who faced similar issues during his career, highlighted that Aspinall's circumstances are distinct due to the nature of his injury. Bisping believes Aspinall can return to the octagon if he takes the necessary time to recover properly.

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  • Tom Aspinall vacated the UFC heavyweight championship.
  • He suffered complications after an eye injury against Ciryl Gane.
  • Bisping empathizes, citing his own experience with vision loss.
  • Aspinall has not been medically cleared to fight this year.
  • Bisping believes Aspinall has the potential for a comeback.
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  • 3:20 PMYahoo SportsMichael Bisping empathizes with Tom Aspinall, hopes ex-UFC champ fights again
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Michael Bisping believes Tom Aspinall still can fight again, but "he's just got to take his time."

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