Overview

• UFC released the official UFC 321 poster and card, confirming Aspinall’s first undisputed heavyweight title defense against Gane at Etihad Arena.
• The lineup also features a vacant strawweight title rematch between Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern.
• Aspinall said he would not be surprised if Gane pursued takedowns and emphasized he is training for all phases of the fight.
• Gane arrives on a two-fight streak after a disputed split decision over Alexander Volkov, with past title-fight losses highlighting earlier grappling vulnerabilities.
• Debate over the division’s depth continues as Joe Rogan calls heavyweight “so shallow,” while Aspinall argues the talent level is strong and new signees will boost the field.