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UFC Interim Heavyweight Champ Tom Aspinall Reveals Origin of Potential Nickname

While Tom Aspinall isn’t keen on having a nickname, one possibility is starting to grow on him. Aspinall became the interim heavyweight champ with a first-round knockout win in a short-notice clash against Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295 in November 2023.

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'Going to copy your model,' Tom Aspinall to SPOOF Leon Edwards’ secret weapon to deal with Manchester PPV start time

Thanks to Leon Edwards, interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has a plan for handling the UFC 304 time slot. Reigning welterweight Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards rematches Belal Muhammad in the main event.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 28

Tom Aspinall clueless on how to train after Dana White and brass set bizarre timings for UFC London fights

The UFC is returning to England and will host a pay-per-view event this time. The huge excitement for UFC 304 is set to peak in July when it takes place in Manchester, England. Crowd favorite, Tom Aspinall is also excited to be a part of the co-main event of the PPV, however, it’s the time that bothers him.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 27

Jon Jones calls out irony in Tom Aspinall citing Curtis Blaydes’ star power as reason to turn down fight

Tom Aspinall is slated to defend his interim heavyweight title against Curtis Blaydes. The fight is going to take place at UFC 304 which will take place in Manchester, England.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 27

Tom Aspinall expects FRIEND Michael ‘Venom’ Page to remain unbothered by Ian Garry’s grappling under tutelage of Charles Oliveira

In recent times, Ian Garry has trained constantly under the guidance of coach Diego Lima and former champion Charles Oliveira. As such, many expect Garry to utilize grappling techniques when he faces Michael “Venom” Page at UFC 303.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 27

'There’s a big size discrepancy,' Tom Aspinall picks compatriot to prevail over Ian Garry at UFC 303

The European MMA market has grown exponentially in recent years. Ilia Topuria has made his mark, representing Georgia and Spain. There are two champions from the UK – Tom Aspinall and Leon Edwards.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 26

Tom Aspinall Suggests He Might Have Pursued Miocic Fight if He Were Jon Jones

Tom Aspinall understands why Jon Jones wants to fight Stipe Miocic. Jones (27-1, 1 NC) was originally scheduled to defend his heavyweight strap against Miocic (20-4) at UFC 295 in November 2023 but was forced out due to a torn pectoral muscle.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 24

Legend Jon Jones is ‘irrelevant’ in heavyweight division, claims frustrated Tom Aspinall

In the eyes of many, Jon Jones is the arguable GOAT of MMA. However, others cite his doping violations and troubles outside the octagon as factors questioning his status.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 23

Aspinall Tells Jones: ‘The Next Fight Has To Be For Undisputed’

Tom Aspinall plans to fight for the UFC Heavyweight Title following his bout with Curtis Blaydes. The UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion rematches Blaydes at UFC 304 on July 27.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 20

'Who Did Aspinall Beat?' Jon Jones’ training partner SCOFFS at suggestion he should fight Tom Aspinall instead of legacy giants

It’s not every day that most MMA cliques stand together as an untied front on an issue. Everyone wants to see Jon Jones face the absolute best opponent in his next bout.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 18

Curtis Blaydes dismisses Jon Jones as champion and claims he’s fighting Tom Aspinall for ‘real belt’

The UFC heavyweight division has yet to witness a title defense from the undisputed champion. Moreover, Curtis Blaydes is unconcerned about Jon Jones holding the title of UFC heavyweight champion.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 18

Aspinall Accuses Gane Of Ducking Him

Tom Aspinall has revealed that Ciryl Gane rejected the chance to fight him at UFC 304. Aspinall is the current UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion, while Gane sits second in the rankings.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 17

'Trying to be French Arnold,' Ciryl Gane rejected UFC Manchester fight for movie role, reveals interim champ Tom Aspinall

Tom Aspinall has finally got his opponent for the upcoming Manchester PPV event. Unfortunately, it’s not who the British fighter had expected. Aspinall

MMA News / Field Level Media / May 16

Curtis Blaydes gets Tom Aspinall rematch at UFC 304

Nearly two years to the day of their first matchup, Curtis Blaydes and Tom Aspinall are set for a rematch at UFC 304 on July 27 in Manchester, England.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 16

UFC 304 will featured Tom Aspinall – Curtis Blaydes 2 for the interim heavyweight title

UFC 304 goes down in July from Manchester and today, Dana White announced some major fights that were added to the card including the main event featuring the rematch between Leon Edwards and Belal Muhammad.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 16

FirstPick: Jon Jones is BOTH right & wrong in his legacy counter to Tom Aspinall

Something that remains overtly complicated is the issue of “interim” championship hardware. The heavyweight division took a huge hit before UFC 295. With Jon Jones absent due to injury, Tom Aspinall bagged the interim title with a spectacular 69-second knockdown at UFC 295.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 10

Jones Defends His Decision To Avoid Aspinall – ‘I Am Not Changing For Anyone’

Jon Jones has defended his decision to fight Stipe Miocic next over Tom Aspinall. Bones is back in training as he prepares to defend his UFC Heavyweight title against Stipe.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 18

Aspinall Says He Will Fight At UFC 304 – ‘Blaydes, Pereira Or Gane?’

Tom Aspinall, the Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion, has said he will fight at UFC 304 in Manchester. Aspinall wants to stay active following his first-round KO win over Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295 last November.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 3

Jon Jones’ Training Partner Dismisses Aspinall Fight – ‘Who Did Tom Aspinall Beat?’

Yorgan De Castro, Jon Jones’ training partner, has rejected suggestions that Bones should face Tom Aspinall next. The UFC Heavyweight Champion recently pulled out of his title defense against Stipe Miocic at UFC 295 last November.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 20

Alex Pereira Has Clause For Quick Turnaround At UFC 301: 3 Possible Opponents Including Tom Aspinall

Alex Pereira could have himself a very busy upcoming stretch of UFC action. Pereira, the reigning light heavyweight titleholder, is set to defend his belt for the first time opposite Jamahal Hill.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 16

Watch: Jon Jones And Tom Aspinall Have Tension Filled But Respectful First Encounter

For the first time on Saturday, UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones and interim titlist Tom Aspinall met face-to-face and things got interesting.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 10

UFC 299: Curtis Blaydes Wins, Calls Out Interim Champ Tom Aspinall

Back in 2022, Curtis Blaydes scored a victory over Tom Aspinall. Fast-forward two years later and Aspinall holds the interim UFC heavyweight championship.

MMA News / MMA on SI / February 13

UFC 300 News: Tom Aspinall Reveals Negotiations for Landmark UFC Event

Tom Aspinall has cleared the air on his negotiations leading up to the UFC's tricentennial PPV event, UFC 300. As the interim heavyweight champion, Aspinall has been campaigning for bouts with the undisputed champion Jon Jones, and his challenger Stipe Miocic.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 29

Tom Aspinall Calls Out UFC Heavyweight Contenders for Manchester Fight

Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is considering other options in light of his failed campaign for an undisputed title shot. The British champion rallied behind his interim belt in a slew of Tweets in January, attempting to rile Jon Jones into considering him over Stipe Miocic.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 27

MMA VIDEO: Fighter Who Defeated UFC's Tom Aspinall Claims Another Impressive Win at OKTAGON 52

Stuart Austin might be on the warpath to heavyweight gold with his latest victory at OKTAGON 52 on January 28. "He-Man" put together his third victory in a row by knocking down and submitting Adam Palasz with an arm triangle late in the second round.