Tom Aspinall Defends UFC Heavyweight Title Against Ciryl Gane in Abu Dhabi

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is set to defend his undisputed title against former champion Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, marking Aspinall's return to the octagon after more than a year. Aspinall, entering as the favorite and known for his well-rounded skills and quick finishes, weighs in at 255 pounds, slightly heavier than Gane's 247.5 pounds. Gane, a skilled striker aiming to win undisputed gold on his third attempt, is considered an outsider but remains a significant threat. The event also features a co-main event strawweight title rematch between Mackenzie Dern and Virna Jandiroba, adding depth to the card. Meanwhile, Aspinall's training partner Martin Buday, recently released from the UFC despite a strong record, is set to fight for a heavyweight title in Oktagon MMA later this year. The weigh-ins confirmed all main card fighters made weight except for two who missed, but their fights will proceed with penalties.