Tom Aspinall cleared to fight, discussion with UFC on date upcoming
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 8:27 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is medically cleared to resume training and fight again, following his recovery from eye injuries sustained during a match against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321. Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn confirmed that discussions with the UFC regarding Aspinall's return date are in the works. Aspinall’s next likely opponent is Gane, who became interim champion against Alex Pereira at UFC Freedom 250. Hearn noted that Aspinall’s situation is serious, as he underwent multiple eye surgeries and could face significant risks in his return.
- •Tom Aspinall is medically cleared to fight again after injuries.
- •Discussion with UFC regarding Aspinall's return date is upcoming.
- •Eddie Hearn confirms likely rematch against Ciryl Gane.
- •Aspinall had multiple surgeries due to eye injuries.
- •Ian Machado Garry has also signed with Hearn's agency.
- 8:27 PMYahoo Sports — UFC champ Tom Aspinall is finally ready to return, says Eddie Hearn — but on one condition
"Also: Ian Machado Garry has joined Aspinall as the latest UFC fighter to sign with Hearn's Matchroom Talent Agency.
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