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Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane UFC Title Fight Ends in Controversial Fashion

Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane UFC Title Fight Ends in Controversial Fashion

Summary

The UFC heavyweight title fight between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane ended unexpectedly as an accidental eye poke led to a no-contest decision. The fight stopped in the first round, and this result leaves uncertainty around the heavyweight division's future.

Key Facts

  • Tom Aspinall defended his title against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi.
  • The fight ended early in the first round due to an accidental eye poke from Gane to Aspinall.
  • The referee stopped the fight after Aspinall reported he could not see out of his right eye.
  • The match was ruled a no-contest because the eye poke was unintentional.
  • Aspinall became the undisputed heavyweight champion earlier due to Jon Jones' retirement.
  • The outcome creates questions about the next steps in the heavyweight division.
  • A rematch between Aspinall and Gane or a match involving other top contenders, like Alexander Volkov, may be considered.
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