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Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane Tops UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi as Reported Heavyweight Addition Boosts Card

The bout marks Aspinall's first defense since being elevated to undisputed champion following Jon Jones' retirement.

Tom Aspinall of England reacts after his knockout victory against Curtis Blaydes of the U.S. in the interim UFC heavyweight championship bout during the UFC 304 event at Co-op Live on July 28, 2024 in Manchester, England.
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Overview

  • Brazilian reporter Laerte Viana, as cited by Bloody Elbow, reported Valter Walker vs. Louie Sutherland was added on short notice, which would bring the event to 13 fights.
  • UFC 321 is set for Oct. 25 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi with prelims streaming on ESPN+, Disney+ and FX at 10 a.m. ET and the main card on pay-per-view at 2 p.m. ET.
  • Alexander Volkov vs. Jailton Almeida is slated on the main card and has been described as a heavyweight title eliminator based on their divisional standing.
  • Early odds listed by ESPN have champion Tom Aspinall favored over Ciryl Gane, and several analysts predict Aspinall could win inside the distance, including by submission.
  • Aspinall’s run to the title is framed by his recovery from a 2022 knee injury, with the champion recounting in a recent documentary his struggles and rigorous rehab that preceded his return and interim title surge.