Having made his UFC debut in July 2020, Wigan born Tom Aspinall has become one of the most exciting British prospects within the sport in recent years.
The 30-year-old's tale from Cage Warriors to the Ultimate Fighting Championship is one of the toughest hard-luck stories in the business.
With a perfect record of 5-0 since his switch the company owned by Dana White, Aspinall was presented the opportunity to headline a main event at the 02 in London.
Having only got out of the first round once in his opening five bouts - including four Performance of the Night bonuses - American Curtis Blaydes was the man standing in his way.
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