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Tom Aspinall predicts outcome for Pereira vs Gane interim title fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:39 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Tom Aspinall predicts outcome for Pereira vs Gane interim title fight

Summary

Tom Aspinall, recovering from an eye injury, provides his insights on the upcoming interim heavyweight championship fight between Ciryl Gane and Alex Pereira at UFC Freedom 250. The match takes place on Sunday at The White House, with Aspinall eyeing the winner as his next opponent. He comments on Pereira's power and the challenges of changing weight classes, ultimately leaning towards Gane winning on points. Aspinall emphasizes the significance of the fight in his future plans as he awaits medical clearance for his return.

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•UFC Freedom 250 co-main event on Sunday features Gane vs Pereira.
•Aspinall recovering from an injury sustained during UFC 321.
•Aspinall predicts a competitive fight with Gane favored to win on points.
•Fight location is The White House South Lawn.
•The winner will face Aspinall once he is medically cleared.

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5:39 AMYahoo Sports — Tom Aspinall weighs in on Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane with prediction

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With heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall still recovering from an eye injury suffered in his UFC 321 title defense against Ciryl Gane, the fight promotion will crown an interim champion on Sunday in the UFC Freedom 250 co-main event. Gane, a former interim champion and title challenger, faces former ...
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