Tom Aspinall back in full training, UFC talks ongoing for Gane fight
Tom Aspinall says he has returned to full training and is in discussions with the UFC over a heavyweight bout with Ciryl Gane. The Englishman confirmed his medical clearance has come through.
“Back in full training for the Ciryl Gane fight, and we're currently in talks with the UFC”
— Tom Aspinall, via ESPN
What Tom Aspinall said
Aspinall holds the UFC interim heavyweight title and has been pushing for a unification bout. Gane is a former interim champion at 255 lb. The UFC has yet to announce a date or confirm whether the fight will be contested for Aspinall's interim belt.
What it moves
Aspinall's clearance moves the heavyweight picture forward after weeks of uncertainty. The UFC must now decide whether to book Aspinall against Gane or hold him for a title unification. Gane has not publicly responded to the training update.
Source: espn.com. Full Tom Aspinall fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.
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