Michael Bisping questions lack of clarity in Tom Aspinall's comeback plans

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Michael Bisping questions lack of clarity in Tom Aspinall's comeback plans
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Michael Bisping expressed frustration over the unclear details surrounding Tom Aspinall's UFC comeback following UFC 321. The heavyweight champion's title defense against Ciryl Gane ended in a no-contest after an eye poke left Aspinall unable to continue. Aspinall has since been diagnosed with bilateral traumatic Brown’s syndrome and underwent double eye surgery, complicating his timeline for a return. Bisping noted the lack of transparency from Aspinall's camp and suggested that there may be more to the situation than what has been publicly shared. Meanwhile, the UFC continues to progress with its heavyweight division, moving towards an interim title match between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane.

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  • •Aspinall's title defense at UFC 321 ended in a no-contest.
  • •He was diagnosed with bilateral traumatic Brown’s syndrome.
  • •Bisping criticized the lack of details from Aspinall's team.
  • •An interim title match between Pereira and Gane is scheduled for June 14.
  • •Aspinall has begun light training and secured a new management deal.
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The heavyweight division appeared set to enter a new era following the retirement of Jon Jones and the promotion of Tom Aspinall to undisputed champion. But what was meant to be Aspinall’s triumphant return after a 14-month layoff instead ended in controversy at UFC 321. Headlining the card in Abu Dhabi, Aspinall was scheduled to […]

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