Tom Aspinall

UFC’s second-half 2026 slate includes several high-profile matchups that materially shape multiple divisions, including Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje, Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane, and Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane 2. ESPN’s fight-center preview and related coverage identify these as the most anticipated bouts still to come, with championship implications at lightweight, heavyweight, and beyond. The same UFC schedule discussion also points to other notable matchups such as Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev and Jean Silva vs. Aaron Pico. These bookings matter because they set the title landscape heading into late 2026 and clarify who is next in line across several weight classes.

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Dustin Poirier is cautioning fans against getting too invested in a potential Conor McGregor comeback to the UFC. Poirier's comments suggest skepticism about whether McGregor's return will materialize as anticipated.

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Promoter Eddie Hearn has booked a third UFC star to appear alongside Tom Aspinall and Ian Machado Garry on an upcoming boxing event. The identity of the additional fighter has not yet been confirmed.

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Undisputed UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has confirmed he is ready to return to the cage. Aspinall has formally informed the UFC of his availability and named Ciryl Gane as his desired opponent.

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Tom Aspinall has informed the UFC that he is ready to compete again and has expressed willingness to fight at the upcoming Paris event or any other location the promotion chooses. Aspinall is now awaiting the UFC's decision on his next booking.

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Tom Aspinall publicly criticized Joe Rogan while commenting on Conor McGregor's sudden injury at UFC 329. Aspinall's remarks drew attention as part of the broader reaction to McGregor's return fight ending in injury.

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