Tom Aspinall has made a comeback on social media by sharing medical proof related to his recent UFC title fight. The heavyweight champion faced criticism from some MMA fans after his fight with Cyril Gane in Abu Dhabi ended in a no-contest due to an accidental eye poke by Gane in the first round. Aspinall claimed the injury impaired his vision, preventing him from continuing the match. While many condemned Gane’s foul, some questioned the severity of Aspinall’s injury, with even some UFC fighters, including TJ Dillashaw, doubting him.
After weeks of silence, Aspinall posted on Instagram with memes about the eye poke incident and expressed gratitude to his supporters, dismissed his critics with a middle finger, and expressed his intent to seek revenge in a likely rematch with Gane. Most importantly, he shared the official medical report confirming he suffered significant bilateral ocular trauma. The report detailed persistent double vision, orbital soft tissue injuries, and a slightly displaced fracture of the medial wall of his right eye socket.
Fan Take: This update from Aspinall is crucial for fight fans as it clears doubts about the legitimacy of his injury and promises an intense rematch with Cyril Gane. It underscores the physical risks fighters endure and keeps the heavyweight title scene compelling and unpredictable.
