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UFC Champion Tom Aspinall Makes Surprise Cameo with Cody Rhodes and Gunther at WWE Live Event in Manchester

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Published16 hours ago on October 18, 2024

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Tom Aspinall UFC

UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall made a surprise appearance at a WWE live event in Manchester, England, on Wednesday.

Tom Aspinall Makes In-Ring WWE Appearance

The unexpected cameo saw Aspinall share the ring with Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and World Heavyweight Champion Gunther, who are set to face off in a champion vs champion match at WWE’s Crown Jewel event on November 2.

Rhodes welcomed Aspinall to the ring, who received a huge pop from the Manchester crowd, before Gunther would interrupt and make his way down to the ring.

Gunther dropped the “heel” character work for the occasion and congratulated Aspinall on his success.

“From one heavyweight champion to another, it’s my pleasure to meet you and congratulations on the success,” Gunther said before shaking the UFC champion’s hand.

The “TKO 3” then posed for a photo, and the crowd erupted in cheers as the three champions stood together in the ring.

As Rhodes and Gunther shook hands, Aspinall suggested that they should settle their differences right there and then, rather than waiting for November 2nd, drawing another pop from the crowd.

The appearance marked a unique crossover between the two major combat sports organisations, UFC and WWE, which are both owned by the same parent company, TKO.

Aspinall Confirms He Is Backup For Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic

Prior to the live event, Aspinall appeared on The Ariel Helwani Show to discuss his cameo and his upcoming UFC plans.

The interim heavyweight champion confirmed that he is the official backup fighter for the UFC 309 main event bout between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, meaning he is ready to step in if either fighter is unable to compete.

Aspinall’s appearance at the WWE live event was a memorable moment for fans of both UFC and WWE. It showcased the camaraderie between the two organisations and highlighted the crossover appeal of combat sports.