Overview
- Tom Aspinall has signed with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom for management, aligning the UFC heavyweight champion with one of boxing’s most prominent promoters.
- Hearn told reporters he was shocked by Aspinall’s reported UFC purses, saying the fighter would make roughly 10 times more money under boxing economics.
- At a high-profile London event, Hearn said Aspinall’s profile jumped within 24 hours and predicted a massive return once he competes again.
- Hearn argued the UFC needs Aspinall’s star power, asserting the promotion lacks heavyweight headliners and that the champion holds significant leverage.
- Aspinall, recovering from multiple eye surgeries after a no-contest versus Ciryl Gane, rejected talk of an immediate move to boxing, with any pay changes or crossover still unconfirmed.