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Tom Aspinall expressed surprise after UFC President Dana White made critical remarks concerning Aspinall’s eye injury in the wake of UFC 324. The heavyweight contender has had a tense relationship with White since his UFC 321 bout against Ciryl Gane ended abruptly due to a double eye poke in the first round. Aspinall’s discussions about potentially switching to boxing when his contract expires reportedly frustrated White ahead of a chaotic main event in Abu Dhabi.
The severity of Aspinall’s eye injury has become clearer as he remains sidelined, unable to resume training while his vision gradually recovers. Despite ongoing questions from media, White has made it clear he does not want to revisit the topic, asking reporters to seek comment directly from Aspinall instead.
Aspinall Shares His Reaction After Dana White’s Remarks in Press Conference
While many British UFC fans stayed up late to watch Paddy Pimblett’s title fight, Tom Aspinall waited until the next morning to view the event uninterrupted. To avoid spoilers, he put his phone on airplane mode and watched the fight fresh upon waking.
In a detailed YouTube video reflecting on recent UFC happenings, Aspinall included a clip from White’s post-fight press conference that addressed the status of Aspinall’s rematch with Ciryl Gane. White’s blunt response sparked a notable reaction from Aspinall, who remarked on camera,
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“catching strays in my own living room on a Sunday morning!”
He laughed off the incident, briefly promoting membership for his channel and choosing not to dwell further on White’s comments.
Dana White Avoids Discussing Aspinall’s Eye Injury Again
After several comments that annoyed fans, Dana White showed visible frustration when questioned about Aspinall’s eye injury during a press event in Las Vegas. He sought to shift the focus back to Aspinall himself for updates.
White said,
“Don’t let me talk about Tom Aspinall’s eye. Apparently he’s going in for a second surgery or just had it, and by surgery I mean injections, I have no idea. Get a quote from him, God f—ing forbid I say something about it!”
This statement underscored White’s reluctance to engage further on the matter publicly.
Ongoing Impact of Aspinall’s Injury and What Lies Ahead
Tom Aspinall’s recovery from a serious eye injury has paused his MMA career as he remains unable to train. His split with Dana White adds tension to any potential rematch plans with Ciryl Gane, which have yet to be officially scheduled or confirmed. The situation raises questions about Aspinall’s future in the UFC, especially with previous talks of exploring boxing.
As the heavyweight division adjusts to this setback and White’s unwillingness to engage publicly, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely for updates on Aspinall’s health and contract status. His progression could significantly influence the heavyweight landscape going forward, while the strained dynamic with UFC leadership adds another layer of complexity to his career trajectory.
