Tom Aspinall’s father and coach, Andy, has revealed that his son continues to experience vision loss in his right eye following a severe injury he sustained recently. The reigning heavyweight champion was preparing to defend his title at UFC 321 against Ciryl Gane. Gane started strong in the first round, landing effective jabs and maintaining a defensive stance.
However, the fight took a turn when Gane accidentally poked Aspinall in both eyes towards the end of the round, causing a temporary pause in the match. Aspinall was given a five-minute break to recover, but concerns arose when he reported visual impairment to the ringside doctor and referee. Ultimately, the bout was called off and declared a no contest.
After being swiftly taken to the hospital for further evaluation, Aspinall underwent multiple tests in Abu Dhabi before returning to the UK for additional medical examinations. Following the incident, Aspinall Sr provided an update on his son’s condition in a recent video on Aspinall’s YouTube channel.
The video disclosed that Aspinall underwent assessments with a UFC doctor who indicated that the damage to his right eye was significant, leaving him with limited vision. Additional tests, including a CT scan to check for bone injuries, were scheduled to assess his condition further. Despite the challenges, Aspinall remains determined to recover.
In the aftermath of the match, questions arose regarding why the referee did not disqualify Gane for the eye poke. Video footage revealed Aspinall’s frustration with the situation, emphasizing the impact of the incident on his performance and well-being. Meanwhile, the upcoming UFC event is set to feature a fight between Steve Garcia and David Onama in Las Vegas, with the prelims and main card scheduled for specific times.
Fans can anticipate a thrilling matchup as Onama enters the cage in the headline event, with the fight available for viewing on TNT Sports. Stay updated on the latest news and developments by choosing Daily Mirror as a ‘Preferred Source’ on Google News.