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TOM ASPINALL has returned to the UFC octagon heavier than in his previous fight.
The pride of Wigan makes his comeback after a 14-month hiatus on Saturday night to defend his heavyweight title, which will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports Box Office .
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Tom Aspinall weighs in at 255lbs for his #UFC321 title fight against Ciryl Gane pic.twitter.com/0D1w1HH4lj
Tom Aspinall weighed in at 255lbs for his highly anticipated return to the octagonCredit: SUNSPORT / CHISANGA MALATA
The Wigan warrior will defend his heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321Credit: SUNSPORT / CHISANGA MALATA
Aspinall, 32, will be welcomed back to the cage by longtime rival Ciryl Gane.
The fan favorite has not been idle during his break, diligently working in the gym and the weight room.
His efforts, particularly over the last eight weeks, have led to a heavier physique.
Aspinall weighed in at the official weigh-ins early this morning at 255lbs (115.9kg).
This is four pounds (1.8kg) heavier than his weight during his interim title defense against Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304 last March.
Although Aspinall is heavier, he appears leaner, thanks to a rigorous diet.
In the last four weeks of his training camp, he has adhered to a strict regimen.
A recent DEXA scan revealed he has maintained 59kg of skeletal muscle mass while losing two kilos of overall weight.
How to Watch UFC 321
The UFC is set to return to Abu Dhabi on October 25 for another exciting pay-per-view event.
UFC 321 will take place at the modern Etihad Arena, which has been the promotion’s venue in the UAE since January 2021.
The main event features the eagerly awaited return of heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, who has been on the sidelines for the past 14 MONTHS.
The 32-year-old will make his first defense of the 265lbs title, awarded to him following Jon Jones’ retirement, against longtime rival Ciryl Gane.
UFC gold will also be contested in the co-main event, where Brazilians Mackenzie Dern and Virna Jandiroba will compete for the vacant strawweight title.
UFC 321 promises a lineup filled with thrilling fights.
Fans in the UK and Ireland can catch all the action from the Etihad LIVE on TNT Sports Box Office .
The UFC’s 11th pay-per-view card of the
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