Tom Aspinall's boxing flirtation risks derailing his UFC career, analyst warns

Tom Aspinall, who turned 33 and holds the UFC heavyweight title with no successful defenses, faces an uncertain future as his manager Eddie Hearn floats the idea of a boxing crossover. A single boxing appearance is unlikely to build lasting financial returns, while a public falling-out with UFC leadership could leave Aspinall inactive during his prime years. The UFC's three elite heavyweights — Aspinall, Jon Jones, and Francis Ngannou — have combined for just four undisputed title fights over the past five years, underscoring how much is at stake if negotiations break down.