Tom Aspinall Told to Outshine Jon Jones’ Heavyweight Accomplishment at UFC 321 to Silence Critics 

Brendan Schaub talks about Tom Aspinall's chance to finish Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 quicker than Jon Jones did.

Tom Aspinall Told to Outshine Jon Jones’ Heavyweight Accomplishment at UFC 321 to Silence Critics 

Tom Aspinall will have to finish Ciryl Gane faster than Jon Jones (via X)

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This weekend at UFC 321, Tom Aspinall is set to defend his heavyweight title against former interim champion Ciryl Gane. It marks the fighter’s first official title defense since being promoted from interim status following his Jon Jones retirement. Going into the fight, Aspinall is the betting favorite, and according to Brendan Schaub, Aspinall must make the performance look dominant 

Aspinall’s primary goal was to face Jones in a heavyweight title unification bout, training relentlessly and calling for the fight. However, Jones continuously avoided him, leading many fans to believe that the legend was deliberately ducking the dangerous UK contender.

Ignoring public criticism, Jones eventually vacated his heavyweight title, leaving fans debating who would win between him and Aspinall. Recently, Brendan Schaub stated that Aspinall must finish Ciryl Gane faster than Jones did to prove his dominance.

Of course, you’re (Aspinall) gonna win, but you have to do it more impressively than Jon Jones did, because that’s the only opponent you both have in common. You don’t just have to beat Ciryl Gane… you have to do it under two minutes

Brendan Schaub via YouTube 

Jones and Gane clashed at UFC 285, where ‘Bones’ showcased elite wrestling skills and quickly submitted the French fighter. Despite massive pre-fight hype and countless assumptions, Jones silenced critics by finishing the bout in just two minutes and four seconds. The dominant victory served as a powerful statement to everyone doubting his move to heavyweight after such a long hiatus.

With that remarkable performance, Jones reaffirmed his status as one of the most dominant and well-rounded fighters in MMA. Afterward, he took another lengthy break before returning to face heavyweight legend Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, winning by TKO. The victory added another major name to his resume, further solidifying his claim as the greatest fighter in UFC history.

However, fans criticized Jones for targeting an aging opponent instead of facing younger, more dangerous contenders like Tom Aspinall. Since that tough loss, Ciryl Gane has made a strong comeback, securing two impressive wins and regaining his contender status. He and Tom Aspinall have traded words for months, and this Saturday, their long-standing rivalry will finally reach its conclusion.

Tom Aspinall issues a warning to Ciryl Gane 

Tom Aspinall has quickly emerged as one of the most dominant and technically gifted mixed martial artists in recent years. His exceptional punching power allows him to knock out virtually any opponent, often finishing fights before they have truly begun. Aspinall’s speed, timing, and composure make him a nightmare matchup for anyone across the heavyweight division inside the octagon.

Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane
Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane (via X)

Remarkably, throughout his 18 professional MMA bouts, the British powerhouse has accumulated a total fight time of only 41 minutes. This statistic highlights his ruthless efficiency and finishing instinct, proving why he’s regarded as one of the sport’s most dangerous competitors. In a recent interview, the fighter talked about doing the same against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321. 

If you’re a human being and I hit you with full power in the face, you’re going over. And that goes for Ciryl Gane. It’s going to be hard work avoiding that one shot for 25 minutes.

Tom Aspinall via UFC 

Gane is widely regarded as one of the most technical and fluid strikers in the entire heavyweight division today. His incredible movement and speed often set him apart from other heavyweights who rely more on brute force and power. In preparation for his upcoming fight, Gane has focused heavily on improving his wrestling by training with Iranian champion Pouya Rahmani.

The French fighter’s previous bout against Alexander Volkov was close and controversial, leaving fans divided over the final judges’ decision. As he enters UFC 321, Gane aims to secure a more dominant and decisive victory against the British champion.

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