Tom Aspinall has shared a major update on his comeback, saying he is close to being medically cleared for full contact. The British heavyweight has been out of action since October after his title defense ended in a no-contest due to repeated eye pokes.
Recovery and Training Update
The injury forced him to undergo double eye surgery. Now, after months of recovery, Aspinall has returned to training and is hopeful of stepping back into the octagon soon. The UFC champion confirmed that his next fight will be against the winner of the interim heavyweight title bout between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane. That fight is scheduled for June. While fans are eager to see Aspinall back, the timeline depends on both his medical clearance and the result of that matchup. For now, the 33-year-old is focused on regaining full fitness.
Medical Clearance Progress
Tom Aspinall revealed that his recovery is moving in the right direction after a recent medical check-up. He explained that doctors are happy with his progress and believe he could soon be allowed to resume full-contact training. While he has already returned to the gym, he is still avoiding sparring as a precaution.
He shared that his main goal right now is to fully recover before thinking about competition. According to him, once he gets medical clearance, he will be ready to move forward quickly. However, his return also depends on the outcome of the interim title fight between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane. The UFC has already informed him that he will face the winner of that bout.
Return Timeline
Aspinall made it clear that there is no confirmed date for his return yet. He said the timing will depend on how soon he is cleared and how the upcoming fight plays out. He also noted that both fighters will need time to recover after their clash before a unification fight can happen.
The British star has faced several setbacks in his career. He previously missed a year due to a knee injury and has also waited a long time for major fights. Despite these challenges, his record remains impressive. Most of his wins have come by stoppage. Now, UFC fandom is waiting to see when he can return to his best form.
