UFC evaluates stripping Tom Aspinall of the heavyweight title

UFC officials are reviewing the status of Tom Aspinall’s heavyweight title as the fighter nears a one-year absence from competition. Aspinall last fought in October 2025 during UFC 321, where a match against Ciryl Gane ended in a no-contest due to an eye injury. The fighter subsequently underwent multiple surgeries for a rare eye condition and has not yet established a return date to the octagon. UFC president Dana White indicated that discussions regarding the title's future are imminent to prevent the division from remaining stagnant. Aspinall was promoted to undisputed champion in June 2025 following the retirement of Jon Jones. The organization plans to clarify the fighter's health status and potential title status in the immediate future.

• 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — UFC to explore whether to strip Tom Aspinall of his heavyweight title