The highly anticipated UFC 321 main event between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena ended in frustration and controversy. The fight, which drew over 13,000 fans, was abruptly halted in the first round due to an accidental eye poke from Gane, leaving Aspinall unable to continue. Referee Jason Herzog declared the bout a no contest, sparking boos and disappointment from the crowd. Aspinall, visibly distressed, was immediately attended to by medical staff and later sent to the hospital for further evaluation. UFC President Dana White expressed his disappointment but confirmed plans for an immediate rematch. The incident has reignited discussions about fighter safety and the rules surrounding accidental fouls in MMA. With the heavyweight division in flux following Jon Jones’ retirement, the rematch between Aspinall and Gane is now one of the most anticipated fights in the sport.
Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane: Abu Dhabi fans furious after UFC 321 Main Event ends in No Contest
