GRAPHIC IMAGE: Tom Aspinall posts first photo after eye surgery; check it out.

Tom aspinall during hospital care after UFC 321. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube

One of the leading figures in the UFC today, Tom aspinall He's going through a difficult time in the UFC. Despite reigning supreme in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg), the Englishman has been experiencing health problems since he was injured during his fight with... Cyryl GaneAfter going through a eye surgery Last Tuesday (11), the athlete came to the public to show his state of health after the first hours of the procedure.

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In the post, it's possible to see intense redness in the fighter's eyes, who has been using sunglasses to protect himself from the lighting. In good humor, he included some GIFs comparing his state to the characters in the music video for Michael Jackson's song "Thriller," released in 1982.

The outcome of the duel with the Frenchman was particularly bad for the company, given the state of the category since his retirement. Jon JonesThen the undisputed champion, the American spent months negotiating with the UFC for a fight with Aspinall, who at the time held the interim belt. Ultimately, Bones decided to hang up his gloves and the Englishman was promoted to the top spot.

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Tom aspinall shares a photo of his eyes one day after surgery 😳 pic.twitter.com/12q9bVCzE5

— MMA Orbit (@mma_orbit) February 11, 2026

Alex Poatan could benefit from Aspinall's injury.

Tom aspinall face Alex Poatán. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

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If on the one hand the return of Tom aspinall His entry into the octagon is uncertain, but on the other hand, Poatan may end up being favored by the situation. King of the light heavyweight category (up to 93 kg), the Brazilian has great victories against the top names in his division and has stated on several occasions his desire to compete in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg) to seek an unprecedented third belt at the prestigious event in the White House.

With the Englishman injured, an opportunity arises for the creation of yet another interim title. In this context, there is the possibility of a confrontation between Poatan and the Englishman himself. Cyryl Gane.