Tom Aspinall Resumes Light Training, Awaits Contact Clearance
His re-entry into the anti-doping pool signals measured steps toward a title unification upon medical clearance.
Overview
- Tom Aspinall shared new video showing light, non-contact work in the gym, including bag and pad drills.
- Doctors have told the UFC heavyweight champion to avoid getting punched for about four months.
- He has re-entered the UFC’s mandatory anti-doping testing pool, a required step before a sanctioned return.
- Aspinall says he plans to face the winner of the interim title fight between Ciryl Gane and Alex Pereira once he is cleared.
- Eye pokes in October 2025 led to traumatic bilateral Brown’s syndrome and double eye surgery, with reports of nausea and missed handshakes during rehab underscoring a cautious comeback.