UFC Chaos: Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane Ends in No Contest After Eye Poke
The main event of UFC 321 took an unexpected turn, leaving fans and fighters alike stunned. In what was supposed to be a thrilling heavyweight title clash between champion Tom Aspinall and contender Ciryl Gane, the fight ended abruptly—and controversially—in a no contest after just one round. The reason? An accidental eye poke from Gane that forced the referee to stop the bout.
The much-anticipated matchup, held in Abu Dhabi, had been hyped for weeks as a test of skill and power between two of the most dynamic heavyweights in the division. Both fighters looked sharp at the weigh-ins—Aspinall coming in at 255 pounds and Gane at 247.5. But what was shaping up to be a potential classic was cut short before it could truly begin.
When the eye poke occurred, Aspinall immediately recoiled in pain, signaling to the referee that he couldn’t see. Despite efforts by the medical team to assess his vision, the fight was officially ruled a no contest—a result that left the crowd in disbelief and social media buzzing. Many fans voiced frustration, calling for an immediate rematch, while others debated whether the stoppage was too quick or simply unavoidable.
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The fallout didn’t stop there. On Spinning Back Clique , MMA Junkie’s weekly roundtable show, analysts Brian “Goze” Garcia, Nolan King, Danny Segura, and host “Gorgeous” George Garcia broke down the chaos. They questioned what this result means for the heavyweight title picture and whether Aspinall should face Gane again—or if another contender should step in next.
Beyond the headline fight, UFC 321 was filled with drama and highlight moments. Mackenzie Dern captured the vacant strawweight title after defeating Virna Jandiroba, showcasing her grappling mastery and proving she belongs among the elite. Umar Nurmagomedov also bounced back strong with a dominant performance, reasserting his place as one of the division’s rising stars.
Outside the Octagon, Conor McGregor once again grabbed headlines by declaring he’s on a “spiritual journey,” hinting at a possible comeback with renewed motivation. Meanwhile, Larissa Pacheco, a top female fighter and former PFL champion, officially became a free agent, ending a long partnership with the league and opening speculation about her next move.
As the dust settles from UFC 321, fans are left with more questions than answers. What’s next for Aspinall and Gane? Will a rematch be scheduled soon? And how will this controversial ending impact the heavyweight division moving forward? One thing’s certain—the world of MMA never stops spinning, and neither does the drama inside the cage.
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