Tom Aspinall

Tom Aspinall

Heavyweight Division

STRIKING
Punch Power S
Punch Speed S
Kick Power S
Kick Speed S
Accuracy A
Strike Defense S
GRAPPLING
Takedowns A
TD Defense S
Sub Defense A
Ground Game S
PHYSICAL & TACTICAL
Stamina S
Chin S
Fight IQ S
Reach 82"
SIGNATURE
Straight Right Cross
Rear-Naked Choke
Lead Leg Body Kick
STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES
+Elite dual striking and grappling threat that poses danger to opponents across all ranges
History of knee injuries that can be exploited by opponents who force prolonged clinch or mat exchanges
+Exceptional fight IQ and rapid in-fight adjustment ability to exploit opponent weaknesses
Limited experience in 5-round title fights compared to long-tenured top heavyweights
+Blazing fast hand and kick speed for a heavyweight paired with high striking accuracy and solid defensive fundamentals
Can occasionally overcommit on power strikes, leaving him open to counter shots when he abandons his rhythm
MATCHUPS
BESTHe matches up best against slow, one-dimensional power strikers with limited grappling skill, as he can easily outpace them on the feet or secure a quick takedown and finish via submission.
HARDHe struggles most against durable, high-cardio pressure grapplers who can force constant clinch and top-control exchanges to target his knee injury and drain his stamina over longer fights.

Fighter Intel

S TIER COMPLETE FIGHTER KO THREAT

Top Attributes

Punch PowerPunch SpeedTD Defense

vs Division Average

Striking
+4
Grappling
+4
Defense
+5
Physical
+6

Combat Profile

Tom Aspinall, known as "The Honey Badger," is arguably the most athletic heavyweight in the UFC with terrifying speed and finishing instincts. Fighting out of Team Kaobon, he possesses a well-rounded skill set that includes elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and crisp boxing. He captured the Interim Heavyweight title by knocking out Sergei Pavlovich, proving he can handle the power of the division's hardest hitters.

Tactical Advantage

Aspinall exploits slower heavyweights who cannot match his movement or scrambling speed, often finishing fights before they truly begin. He thrives against opponents with defensive holes on the feet, where his lightning-fast hands and guillotine choke threaten them instantly. His ability to mix takedowns with strikes creates confusion that allows him to dominate fighters who are strictly one-dimensional in their approach.

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