Tom Aspinall Faces Cut Threat

Tom Aspinall's ongoing eye injuries have kept him out of action, and now Josh Hokit is calling for the UFC to cut him.

What happened?

Hokit emerged as a contender in the heavyweight division after his win over Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250.

He has pitched a title fight against Ciryl Gane in September in Paris, claiming Gane is the undisputed champ.

Why it matters for Tom Aspinall

Aspinall's relationship with the UFC is strained due to his management contract with Eddie Hearn, with whom Dana White has a feud.

This has led to Hokit's call for Aspinall's cut, citing his inactivity and perceived gamesmanship.

What comes next?

Aspinall's future in the UFC remains uncertain, with no clear return date in sight.

Hokit's proposed title fight against Gane may not materialize, as the UFC may opt for a different matchup.

On June 30, Hokit took to X to express his frustration with Aspinall's situation, stating that Aspinall's manager is trying to play games.

Hokit believes he deserves a shot at the title and is willing to give Alex Pereira a chance to redeem himself after his loss to Gane.

The UFC Freedom 250 card saw Pereira's bid for a third-weight world championship fall short, as he was knocked out by Gane in round two.

Aspinall's eye injuries, caused by Gane's fingers, have kept him sidelined with no clear return date.

Hokit's call for Aspinall's cut has added fuel to the fire, with the UFC yet to respond to the proposal.

The situation continues to unfold, with Aspinall's future in the UFC hanging in the balance.