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Aspinall backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
More than a week later, the surprising outcome of the main fight of UFC 321 It continues to generate controversy in the world of MMA. For Jiri Prochazkathe decision taken by Tom aspinall of not returning to combat with Cyryl Gane It may have been motivated by insecurity. The heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg) retained his belt after taking an eye poke in the final moments of the first round, resulting in a no-contest.
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In an interview with former fighters Michael Bisping e Paul felder No. Espaitec's 'Believe You Me', the former light heavyweight champion (up to 93 kg), said that negative thoughts can arise in the minds of fighters in situations like the one Aspinall went through.
"Maybe Tom started overthinking, like 'maybe I'm not good enough to fight him', 'maybe next time I'll be better prepared' or 'maybe he'll win'. It's all in your head. You start thinking like that in these situations — how this could change the fight. Maybe it was something very serious, ask Tom."
Jiri Prochazka says Tom aspinall might've overthought the situation after the eye poke, thinking he wasn't ready to fight
“Maybe Tom started to think too much, like 'maybe I'm not good enough to fight him,' 'maybe next time I'll be better prepared,' or 'maybe he'll win.'… pic.twitter.com/9AfdxOxwUc
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) November 4, 2025
Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane are set to face off again.
Duel of Tom aspinall e Cyryl Gane ends without result in UFC 321Photo: UFC News / Twitter
In the post-fight press conference following the anticlimactic bout, Dana White lamented what happened and concluded that a rematch should be the next step. The duel would be the first undisputed title defense for the Englishman, promoted to the title after his retirement. Jon Jones.
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