Heavyweight Champ Aspinall Faces Multi-Eye Surgery

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is scheduled for multiple surgeries on his eyes, a consequence of injuries sustained during his recent bout. The championship fight against Ciryl Gane in October was declared a no-contest after Aspinall received severe double eye pokes in the opening round. Aspinall has expressed his determination to recover and has accused Gane of deliberately targeting his eyes throughout the fight.

The champion's recovery plan includes surgeries on both eyes within the upcoming weeks, with procedures on one eye potentially already completed. While Aspinall has not set a definitive timeline for his return to training or competition, his immediate focus is on his recovery. He remains keen on a rematch with Gane to settle the score.

Following the fight's controversial ending, UFC president Dana White initially suggested Aspinall did not wish to continue and that there was no significant damage, remarks Aspinall later countered. Despite criticism from some fans and fellow fighter Jon Jones regarding his reaction to the injury, Aspinall is prioritizing his health and future in the sport.