Tom Aspinall heavier than Ciryl Gane for title fight
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Aspinall and Jones were backed to go head-to-head in the Octagon at some point this year, but the British star was never convinced a clash would ever materialise
TOM ASPINALL is ready to reign supreme as UFC heavyweight champion after two turbulent years. The Wigan warrior returns from a 14-month layoff tonight to make his first title defence against Ciryl
Based on MMASalaries data, Aspinall has banked a staggering £2.3million ($3.1m) throughout his nine-bout stint in the UFC. His most recent clash against Blaydes saw the British fighter reportedly pocket a career-best £1.1m ($1.5m).