Overview

• Speaking on the ShxtsnGigs podcast, the UFC heavyweight champion said a peak Daniel Cormier is the one opponent he believes he would definitely lose to.
• Aspinall added that he has told Cormier this in person and called the Hall of Famer a nightmare for his style.
• He described Cormier as a shorter, forward-pressing fighter who mixes takedowns with punches, cannot be easily grounded, and carries fight-long conditioning.
• Aspinall’s first title defense is set for UFC 321 on October 25 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi against Ciryl Gane.
• He said he is preparing for both grappling exchanges and a standup battle with Gane, noting past vulnerabilities on the ground but acknowledging Gane’s improvements.