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sports11 days ago•5 min saved

Heavyweight Revival Hinges on Pereira and Steveson, Brown Says

MMA veteran Matt Brown argues the UFC’s heavyweight division isn’t deep but could regain buzz with a couple of marquee moves: Alex Pereira moving up to heavyweight and potentially challenging Ciryl Gane for an interim title, plus a high-profile signing like Olympic wrestler Gable Steveson. With Aspinall sidelined and Gane awaiting a rematch, Brown says reviving the division will require star power to draw attention and spark rivalries.

via MMA Fighting|

#alex-pereira #ciryl-gane #gable-steveson

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Moicano says Pereira could salvage UFC 324 with a last‑minute heavyweight clash

Renato Moicano floated Alex Pereira as the event’s potential savior after Kayla Harrison withdrew, suggesting Pereira could accept a short‑notice heavyweight bout against Ciryl Gane to boost UFC 324’s appeal on Paramount+. He argues the card needs a big name to impress subscribers and deal executives, even as Dana White hinted at announcements and the lineup for UFC Seattle was rolled out.

via MMA Fighting|

#alex-pereira #ciryl-gane #kayla-harrison

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Tom Aspinall's Halloween Shade and UFC 321 Clash with Ciryl Gane

Tom Aspinall mocked Ciryl Gane on social media with Halloween-themed posts after their UFC fight ended in a no-contest due to an eye poke, revealing he’s still dealing with eye injury issues and seeing a doctor.

via MMA Fighting|

#ciryl-gane #eye-poke #halloween

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Aspinall's Eye Injury Sparks Debate and Halloween Shade

Alex Pereira defended Tom Aspinall against accusations of faking an eye injury at UFC 321, emphasizing that only Aspinall knows what happened and highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the incident. The fight ended in a no contest after Gane poked Aspinall in the eye, leading to debate about whether Aspinall quit or was genuinely injured. Pereira's comments add to the ongoing discussion about the fight's controversial ending.

via Bloody Elbow|

#alex-pereira #ciryl-gane #eye-poke

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

UFC Faces Calls for Rule Changes After Aspinall Eye Injury

Following a controversial eye poke incident at UFC 321 that led to a no contest and raised safety concerns, former UFC star Josh Thomson suggests that the UFC is likely to implement rule changes soon, possibly before UFC 322, to prevent such incidents in the future.

via Bloody Elbow|

#ciryl-gane #eye-poke #rule-change

sports4 months ago•5 min saved

Jon Jones' Win at UFC 321 Highlights and Aspinall's Eye Injury

Mike Perry believes Jon Jones gained a significant advantage from the UFC 321 main event, which ended in a no-contest after Aspinall's eye poke, arguing that Jones remains the top fighter and emphasizing the importance of strategy and resilience in MMA.

via MMA Fighting|

#ciryl-gane #jon-jones #no-contest

sports4 months ago•4 min saved

Tom Aspinall's Eye Injury and UFC Rankings Highlighted in Latest Reports

T.J. Dillashaw criticized Tom Aspinall for possibly taking the easy way out after a no-contest at UFC 321 caused by an eye poke from Ciryl Gane, questioning Aspinall's injury assessment and suggesting he might return better prepared for their rematch.

via MMA Fighting|

#ciryl-gane #dillashaw #eye-poke

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Debate Over Aspinall's Eye Injury and Rematch Validity

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall suffered a severe eye injury during his fight against Ciryl Gane, resulting in a no-contest and leaving him unable to see out of his right eye, with his father expressing concern about his long-term recovery.

via ESPN|

#aspinall #ciryl-gane #eye-injury

sports4 months ago•5 min saved

UFC 321 Highlights: Aspinall's Eye Poke and Key Fight Reactions

UFC fighter Tom Aspinall faced criticism after an eye poke by Ciryl Gane led to a no-contest at UFC 321, but UFC legend Matt Brown defended Aspinall, emphasizing that fighters shouldn't be forced to continue after egregious fouls and criticizing the public and analyst reactions that suggest he should have fought through the injury.

via MMA Fighting|

#ciryl-gane #eye-poke #fouls

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

UFC 321: Aspinall-Gane No Contest Sparks Calls for Rematch and Jon Jones' Rise

Tom Aspinall's fight with Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 ended prematurely due to an eye poke, leading to calls for an immediate rematch, with some experts suggesting Aspinall might refuse to fight Gane again due to the foul, while others, including Dana White and Daniel Cormier, advocate for a quick rematch to settle the contest.

via Bloody Elbow|

#ciryl-gane #eye-poke #rematch

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

UFC's Gane Rematch Hangs in Balance Amid Aspinall Controversy

The UFC's plans for an immediate rematch between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane may be delayed due to Aspinall's potential long medical suspension following an eye poke incident, which could impact the scheduling of upcoming events.

via Bloody Elbow|

#ciryl-gane #medical-suspension #rematch

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

UFC 321 Fallout: Aspinall's Reaction and Rematch Plans

The UFC 321 main event between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane ended controversially after Aspinall was poked in both eyes and unable to continue, leading to criticism and debate over whether he quit or was genuinely unable to fight. Aspinall's cornerman defended him, emphasizing his safety and well-being, while some critics questioned his decision, though footage and Aspinall's own videos suggest he was in significant pain. Dana White hinted at a potential rematch, suggesting the fight's outcome was disputed.

via Bloody Elbow|

#ciryl-gane #controversy #eye-poke

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

UFC 321: Aspinall-Gane Rematch Odds Drop After No Contest

The odds for a future UFC rematch between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane have shifted, with Aspinall now favored at -205 compared to the initial -400, reflecting a decreased confidence in his win probability after their previous fight ended in a No Contest due to an illegal eye poke. The rematch is unlikely before 2026, as Aspinall recovers from minor injuries.

via MMA Fighting|

#ciryl-gane #odds #rematch

sports4 months ago•5 min saved

UFC 321 Fallout: Controversies, Reactions, and Future Matchups

Jim Miller strongly criticizes Ciryl Gane for intentionally eye poking Tom Aspinall at UFC 321, emphasizing that such fouls are controllable and should be punished, and expressing frustration over the lack of penalties for fouling fighters.

via MMA Fighting|

#ciryl-gane #eye-poke #jim-miller

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

UFC 321 Fallout: Aspinall's Injury, Rematch Plans, and Jon Jones' Advantage

Tom Aspinall considered retiring after UFC 321 due to a severe eye injury caused by Ciryl Gane's double eye poke, which left him temporarily unable to see out of his right eye. Despite medical reassurance, Aspinall ruled out fighting with one eye, but UFC CEO Dana White confirmed a rematch with Gane is likely once Aspinall's health is cleared. Aspinall's future in MMA remains uncertain pending further medical evaluation.

via Bloody Elbow|

#ciryl-gane #injury #rematch