Tom Aspinall faces new setback in comeback from eye injury

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Tom Aspinall faces new setback in comeback from eye injury
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Tom Aspinall is unable to fight at UFC 334 due to re-aggravating his injured right eye during training. Aspinall was set for a rematch against Ciryl Gane on November 14 at Madison Square Garden but reported that his eye condition has returned to an earlier state of impairment. This setback follows a string of complications related to his eye injuries suffered during a previous match against Gane. Medical assessments have advised a period of rest for healing, with expectations for a potential return in January 2027. Meanwhile, the heavyweight division continues to progress, with Gane already engaged in title discussions against other contenders.

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  • Aspinall confirmed he cannot compete at UFC 334 due to injury.
  • He has vacated the UFC heavyweight title amid ongoing recovery.
  • Aspinall's eye complications stem from injuries received against Gane in October 2025.
  • Medical scans indicated significant issues preventing his clearance to fight.
  • Expectations are set for Aspinall's potential return to the octagon in January 2027.
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  • 8:28 PMYahoo SportsTom Aspinall's injured eye went 'back to square one' while preparing for UFC 334 return
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Aspinall was preparing to face Ciryl Gane in a Nov. 14 rematch at UFC 334 before re-aggravating his injured right eye during training, Uncrowned's Ariel Helwani reported Monday.

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