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WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has shown his support for his old training partner and UFC heavyweight contender Tom Aspinall. The British fighter carved his striking abilities under the boxing’s most lethal and dangerous hands, Tyson Fury. 

Tom Aspinall will face the Russian UFC heavyweight Alexander Volkov on March 19, 2022, at UFC London at the O2 Arena. Ahead of this clash, Fury had some words to say to Aspinall.

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‘The Gypsy King’ remarked, “I just want to wish my buddy Tom Aspinall all the best in his upcoming UFC heavyweight fight. Good luck Tom, do the business. Smash his face in! Get up there, my boy, all the way to the motherf**king bank, man.”

Greater speculation has arisen about the upcoming Fight Night in London as the two heavyweights clash for their winning streak in the division.

Read more: UFC London 2022: How Much Will Alexander Volkov and Tom Aspinall Make?

Tom Aspinall will face a tough challenge at UFC London

It was reported that the Russian fighter, Alexander Volkov, won’t be able to participate in the UFC Fight Night in London amidst Ukraine-Russia conflict. However, it was clarified that the #7 ranked UFC heavyweight would fight at the event.

The upcoming fight between Tom Aspinall and Alexander Volkov has aroused powerful emotions from the spectators. Moreover, Tyson Fury’s backing has heightened the intrigue of the match. Even when he loses, it’s common for Aspinall to put on an entertaining performance.

Hence, fans are expecting the same from the #11 ranked UFC heavyweight contender this time as well. However, it is easier said than done.

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Alexander Volkov’s most recent win over Marcin Tybura showed his dominance in the game; in other words, the 33-year-old Russian heavyweight has more fight experience than his opponent.

‘Drago,’ in particular, has a 70% takedown accuracy. Meanwhile, Aspinall, who is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, also has great striking ability.

Aspinall will aim to use this and ride the wave of support from his home crowd. If he lives up to Fury’s prediction, London UFC fans will witness something splendid.

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