UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has vacated his title due to an eye injury, according to a report by Farah Hannoun of MMA Junkie. Former champion Stipe Miocic credited Aspinall for the decision, which was announced on Friday, October 30, 2026.
The move leaves the UFC heavyweight division without a reigning champion as Aspinall focuses on recovery. Miocic, a two-time former heavyweight titleholder, acknowledged Aspinall's choice to step aside rather than hold up the division while sidelined.
Details regarding the severity of the eye injury and a potential timeline for Aspinall's return have not been disclosed. The UFC has not yet announced plans for an interim title fight or a new championship bout.
