Aspinall vs. Gane: UFC 321 Predictions and Betting Odds
UFC 321 is set to occur on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This highly anticipated event features a heavyweight championship bout between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane.
Event Overview
The main event will spotlight Tom Aspinall, currently holding an impressive record of 15 wins and 3 losses, against Ciryl Gane, who boasts 13 wins and 2 losses. The title is undisputed, and both fighters are eager to claim victory.
Tom Aspinall’s Journey
- Aspinall last fought in July 2024, defeating Curtis Blaydes by TKO in a rematch that lasted just one round.
- Prior to this, he suffered a TKO loss to Blaydes in July 2022.
- Upon Jon Jones’s retirement in June 2025, Aspinall was elevated to the position of undisputed champion.
Ciryl Gane’s Background
- Gane, a talented fighter from France, is known for his striking skills.
- He previously held the interim championship, winning it against Derrick Lewis in 2021.
- However, Gane experienced setbacks, losing his championship to Francis Ngannou in 2022 and to Jon Jones in March 2023.
How to Watch UFC 321
Fans can catch all the action of UFC 321 on Pay-Per-View. Preliminaries will be available for streaming on ESPN+, Disney+, and FX. Here are the details:
- Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
- Time: Prelims start at 10 a.m. ET; main card begins at 2 p.m. ET
- Location: Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Stream: Prelims on ESPN+/Disney+/FX, main card on PPV
UFC 321 Fight Card
| Matchup | Odds | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane | -425 vs. +310 | Heavyweight Title |
| Virna Jandiroba vs. Mackenzie Dern | +140 vs. -170 | Women’s Strawweight Title |
| Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Mario Bautista | -625 vs. +450 | Bantamweight |
| Alexander Volkov vs. Jailton Almeida | +180 vs. -220 | Heavyweight |
| Aleksandar Rakic vs. Azamat Murzakanov | -105 vs. -115 | Light Heavyweight |
Predictions and Betting Odds
Experts offer varied opinions on the main event. Notable predictions include:
- Alexander Volkov notes it is a 50-50 fight, emphasizing that Aspinall appears to be the stronger competitor on paper.
- Both Brett Okamoto and Ian Parker from ESPN believe Aspinall’s grappling will be key, considering Gane’s recent submission loss.
- Anatoly Pimentel from BetMGM anticipates a TKO/KO finish for Aspinall within two rounds, attributing this to his knockout power.
As the fight approaches, anticipation builds around who will emerge victorious in this heavyweight championship clash at UFC 321.
