Before UFC 321, Tom Aspinall dismissed the remarks made by coach Siril Gan as insignificant
Tom Aspinall, the current UFC Heavyweight Champion, is gearing up for a highly anticipated title defence against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 on October 26. The event is part of a four-event deal between the UFC and Paramount, as announced by Dana White.
Aspinall, ranked #9 pound-for-pound as of July 2025, has shown remarkable composure and finishing ability in high-pressure situations. With an exceptional UFC record of 8 wins in 9 fights and an overall career record of 15-3, Aspinall holds the UFC record for the shortest average fight time at just two minutes and two seconds. Six of his eight UFC wins ended before the halfway point of the first round, demonstrating his ability to finish fights quickly in high-stakes environments.
Recent reports suggest that Aspinall has been faced with criticism from Fernand Lopez, Gane's coach, who questioned the validity of Aspinall's title defence. However, Aspinall has stated that Lopez's opinion is "irrelevant".
In an interview with Ariel Helwani, Aspinall addressed Lopez's claims, stating, "I'm focused on my training and preparing for the fight. I don't pay much attention to what other people say."
Meanwhile, Charles Oliveira, a potential contender for the UFC Heavyweight title, has expressed interest in a potential rematch with Max Holloway, which could shake up the division's rankings.
The tension between Aspinall and Gane has been brewing, with Aspinall previously accusing Gane of avoiding a fight with him. However, Gane has yet to respond to these allegations.
As the date for UFC 321 approaches, Aspinall is ready to prove his superiority over Gane in the octagon. With his impressive track record and unwavering confidence, fans are eagerly anticipating this highly anticipated heavyweight showdown.
[1] UFC Stats - Tom Aspinall's Career Statistics [2] ESPN - Tom Aspinall: The Rise of a UFC Heavyweight Contender [3] MMA Junkie - UFC 321: Aspinall vs. Gane Officially Announced [4] Sports Illustrated - Aspinall Favored in UFC 321 Heavyweight Title Defence [5] MMA Fighting - UFC Rankings: Aspinall Enters Top 10 Pound-for-Pound List
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