EXCLUSIVE: Tom Aspinall on Sergei Pavlovich, fighting at MSG & chasing greatness! 🔥

UFC heavyweight contender Tom Aspinall sat down with TNT Sports' Adam Catterall ahead of his eagerly anticipated showdown with Sergei Pavlovich for the Interim Heavyweight Title at #UFC295 at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City.
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[@stanco1273]

I feel like even whoever loses the fight can still becom champion one day

[@ItzDylanM]

Oh for sure

[@macabre19]

Your right, both of these guys are amazing heavyweights

[@surferrosa7285]

I just can't see anyone beating Aspinall for a bit but HW is so dangerous. There's a reason why the record for title defences is only 3

[@zazi4681]

This won't be the only time they will fight, they are going fight to at least 1 more time

[@ItzDylanM]

@surferrosa7285 is that true? Didn't know that tbh lmao. I can understand why though

[@InterYamah]

Future greatest HW of all time

[@FightXScience-wh6kx]

LMFAO

[@marquisesmart880]

yessir

[@stevenlopez1717]

Well not that but he has a chance to win the interim belt on Saturday

[@thetruthseeker8142]

Curtis blades beat him doubt it

[@GrizzlyAdams101]

@@thetruthseeker8142casual

[@duncan-xg9sh]

This is the classic fight between a great all-rounder against a scary one-punch artist. However, it's easy to overlook the fact that Tom can bang hard and Sergei isn't just a one-dimensional puncher.

[@tgrei8809]

How much Sergei have to seen tho? yeah he's been killing everyone in the UFC so we haven't seen him have to use other tools

[@junkiejoe7979]

I’m really glad Tom was able to clarify what the sound of his phone vibrating sounded like 👍

[@SW.Rob0578]

This guy is special even gane doesn't move like tom and the fight iq is amazing

[@mattthompson3714]

Pavlovich and Aspinall are going to meet again at some point! I think both will be UFC heavy champs some day

[@combatcritique]

Let's go Aspinall 🏆🏆🔥

[@Jericho642]

Flying in to US/NYC for this; my first live event. LFG Tom!

[@soulmattster617]

Tom has this all day so confident as he should be ! C’MON SON!

[@She4rer]

That advise from Bisping is unreal.

[@thomasyates616]

Let’s go Tom ,u got this!!!👑🇬🇧👊

[@Tonysopranoyafinook]

He's getting sparked out cold lad. Simple as that. Failed takedown will pull guard and Sergei will ground and pound him into a coma.

[@michaelrb9837]

This is his flag 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@anasshahid224]

Tom Aspinall is a real cool dude, love his chill vibe 😊

[@funzbunz]

I think Tom is the better fighter. Both men can throw bombs, this one is going to be fireworks. Hope Aspinall does it, my only concern is that Pavlovich had already been training as the back up fighter so will probably be better prepared, but it'll make the win even more impressive if Tom gets the win. What a fight this will be!

[@daniarvi]

Pavlovich has been stopped before it can be done again. Let's go, Tom!

[@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns]

So has Tom and on more than 1 occasion. Pavlovich can at least say he lost to a legend & that remains his only loss. And Pavlovich destroyed the guy who Tom lost to😉 It's a 50/50 fight. Either man can win it. If I was Sergei I wouldn't want to go to the ground with Tom & if I was Tom I wouldn't want to trade blows with Sergei. Can't wait🙂

[@jacobmcdermott55]

@@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns I mean, I wouldn't say Blaydes won the fight ahahaha

[@anythomas8412]

@@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns no Tom has been stopped once his second lose is for a 12 to 6 elbow similar to Jon jones and then obviously blew his knee out I dunno why that’s a loss on his record

[@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns]

@@jacobmcdermott55 Officially he did. Yes it was a sad to see Tom go out like that but that's not Curtis's problem. Curtis got his hand raised and that's a win on his record. That's just a fact.

[@jacobmcdermott55]

@@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns Yeah he has the win but he didn’t win the fight so it’s not indicative of how he can perform against Pavlovich who beat Blaydes. It’s non equivalency

[@scottkinnon6125]

I love Tom's mindset and the way he fights, I hope he wins and back him all the way, but even if he doesn't he'll still be my favourite fighter in the UFC by far

[@Humpers92]

Come on Tom! Next stop Greatness!!

[@jasonkerridge8929]

Lets go tom love this guy got a great attitude and is a new breed of hw

[@sherlockholmez8764]

Good thing Aspinall is as fast as he is because that chin is a GIGANTIC target.

[@ItsBigJC]

Out of everyone in the division this is the real fight that the fans of the sport want to see

[@groovystevo]

Best fight on the card!…let’s go Tom! 🤛🤛🤛

[@waltermartin8892]

LETS FN GOOOOO TOM!!!!!!

[@kevinmillington8132]

Future champ for sure lets go Tom🙏🏼

[@benmccarthy923]

Let’s Go Time!

[@t.d6379]

COME ON BIG TOM!!!!

[@andymcvey6342]

Let’s go Tom ! 👊🏻

[@Fireguy65]

When I am placing a sports bet and the competitors are this evenly matched as far as their credentials, and the point in their career, one thing that I asked myself to help see who may have the edge is “ who’s victories have looked more effortless” and that is without a doubt Tom.

[@Matthew-fb6lh]

Heavyweight submission king and the new.

[@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns]

Tom can't afford to get touched by Sergei. That man hits like a truck👊🏻👊🏻

[@Matthew-fb6lh]

@@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns well tom doesn't have pillows for hands ither

[@tommyq374]

I understand it's part of the story but I've seen Tom talk about UFC calling him early morning about 5 times now lol people need to ask him other questions 😂 love Tom and Adam but come on boys hahaha probably gonna be a 6th time at media day too

[@SubliminalPunker]

Totally agree mate

[@dokkodo.dame12]

“But Pavlovich hits like a monster “

[@coffeeyouu]

Tom!!!🙏💛🦾🦿

[@seadrifter8975]

Sounds laidback . Guy has great footwork speed . Interesting matchup. I notice Tom is slightly the bookmakers favourite even on 2 weeks notice ?

[@AndrewMclachlan-hq4jp]

Future heavyweight champion goat class ground game and boxing background

[@babycheesus666]

this guy is the best MMA interviewer I've seen

[@gasparsmusic]

I DONT WANNA SEE TOM LOSE … rooting for him but Sergei is a scary man

[@vaneast411]

Sergi has quite the wingspan at 84". best of luck Tom!

[@mrspiff6955]

Well…he’s getting sparked out clean so prepare yourself to cry.

[@gonzo3915]

@@mrspiff6955 I'm going for a Submission by Tom in the second round.

[@rollin60z]

Get ready to see Tom snoring in the middle of the octagon

[@guyziecrue]

Sergei is only better than Tom in one area, punch power. Outside of that Tom out skills him in every area.

[@OHB666]

I’ve heard him say his opponent is the most dangers man ever so many times it’s almost foreshadowing, I believe Tom can win but he’s definitely built Pavlovich up

[@danielradd111]

Let's go tommy go take that belt lad

[@beckyg.9087]

Seems like a great guy! Good luck!

[@fighttalkdaily]

Polska Gurom, jedziesz z nim Tomek 🇵🇱🇬🇧

[@jamesquinn1690]

Can't wait to watch tom ko or submit pavlovich lets go tom

[@arwelhughes1404]

Let's go tom

[@ND-iz6dd]

Hope he gets the win. I would love to see him against Jones.

[@ItsameAlex]

let's go!

[@Pretendship]

absolutely bricked for this fight

[@bradtate10]

Tom wins this, I believe he has what it takes to be the best of all time.

[@craigfoy5492]

Greatest heavyweight of all time 🥇

[@clydepinel3261]

Hello to all the people dreading going to work ❤

[@surferrosa7285]

Aspinall has it all. No doubt in my mind he'll end up being the GOAT. Never seen a HW move like that. ' He hits hard and he's a beast on the ground. A fighting machine. Can't see him losing this fight. I think he takes Pav down within 2 minutes and finishes him in the first.

[@mahmoudghandour3981]

That injury was a bliss in disguise

[@clippess11]

Talk game spot on now the fight

[@tommyq374]

Really don't need the coming up part lol we are literally here to watch it... Said this afew times before lol

[@RtotheA]

Most transparent fighter in heavy weight at this level i have ever heard big bird 🐦 speak. Deadly 👊💯

[@salfordsfinest3096]

Pavlovich inside the distance

[@Fishburne-_-]

Sergei flattens this dude Saturday

[@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns]

I wish we could see the diets of the guys on the main & co-main event. Tom probably enjoys beans on toast and a good plate of fish & chips whereas Sergei probably consumes loads of potatoes & lamb.

[@hardstylegrandpa1516]

Typical casual 🤦‍♂️

[@rulsey23]

😂 😊

[@michaelstackhouse1147]

This guy a serious weapon

[@MILLARRR1]

A think he’s a sound guy and a good fighter

[@leecoo80]

​@@MILLARRR1😂

[@mooncat.787]

How rude !

[@konstantinkalashnikov8123]

I love Tom such a great dude and great fighter but Pavlovich is the MONSTER all bet on Pavlovich EASY MONEY!

[@johnconlon6732]

Tom will make it look easy....

[@mooncat.787]

How ?

[@johnconlon6732]

@@mooncat.787 watch

[@mishalw210]

​@@mooncat.787Speed😮

[@mooncat.787]

@@mishalw210 Amphetamine ?........ But Tom's a straight up guy ain't he ?

[@mishalw210]

@@mooncat.787 Aspinall is one of the most skilled heavyweights😉

[@davidscholesphotographer]

Tom keeps saying Pav is the most dangerous person in the UFC... But HE is!!!

[@jamess3408]

Tom has been doing a lot of interviews, I just want him to focus on the fight.

[@tgrei8809]

True. But the media comes with the territory. Tom knows it; he's never shye'd away

[@jamess3408]

@@tgrei8809 I agree, but he has also never taken a fight on two weeks notice, oh and he is fighting a monster.

[@tdyerwestfield]

Good luck Tom lad. Get that interim win and next year that HW belt will be around your waist.

[@deadpool8340]

Big up Tommy 2 Legs

[@ZatoIchi-gx3ch]

Who win ? Both fighters are my favorite fighters. My mind is 50/50. The best or the luckiest one have to win!

[@JayL03940]

Pavlovich will break Tom mentally and physically, all respect though

[@GrizzlyAdams101]

Not mentally, Tom isn’t deluded enough to think he can’t get knocked out by Pav.

[@GrizzlyAdams101]

Exactly why he won’t try to box with him like Tuivasa, Blaydes and Lewis. I still think there’s a good chance Pav lands anyway though.

[@vCoReReaps]

tom stops this fool

[@matts5375]

Sergei is just a fatty with a big punch like most heavyweights Tom has already dominated

[@guyziecrue]

Tom is much more skilled but Pav has the power

[@tom4od]

How is this not the main event!

[@BJJISTHEGAYPARTOFMMA]

Lhw title takes more precedence over hw interim title.

[@D1pox]

Dare to be great….

[@zippo_muk9254]

*Pavlovich is a harder stylistic fight than Jones for Aspinall.*

[@bluenose7984]

C'mon Tom, get that Interim belt!

[@emperorpalpatine4681]

Guru is looking great!

[@mooncat.787]

Guru ?

[@Fung-Fung]

​@@mooncat.787the MMA Guru

[@mooncat.787]

@@Fung-Fung Who ?

[@Fung-Fung]

@@mooncat.787 John Pork

[@mooncat.787]

@@Fung-Fung Who ?

[@harrydaley352]

bet they're all buzzing ngannous gone lol

[@shotokhan4078]

I think Tom is better than Serge as fighting IQ, speed and skills. Sergei likely to be the one which punch harder despite what Tom said, HW have not all the same power. Anyway I'm really rooting for Tom!

[@PlatesandGlass]

Yeah!! Adam Catterall. Please stop using Nick Peat

[@maestrovonhuge9397]

Man this is gonna be a cracka, good luck Tom facing sladgehammer fists Pavlovich, be interesting if Tom can take it into a 3 onwards.

[@scen0x541]

Aspinal by right headkick or russian by 1 round TKO

[@carlosc.c9686]

Pav will school him.

[@davidatkinson8164]

Tom smashes him

[@ccpIz]

0:24 “…in New York did we…” what? Did he just call Aspinal “Sunsine”?

[@andyleather9742]

Sunshine

[@jackryan7445]

Sunshine

[@margaretrodgers1411]

I think Toms wins .

[@kingRagnar616]

Tom " crimson chin" Aspinall

[@Bewar3them00n]

Tom doesn’t talk much about his ground game, I think he’s purposely underplaying his ju-jitsu in his interviews

[@marcoylagan9024]

Sergei vs Tom rematch

[@ajbastiman5208]

He who dares wins

[@neilreynard]

How does Tom become Champ after this fight if Jon Jones is champ now????

[@Jaivk]

This is Interim champ fight

[@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns]

Whoever wins this fight will eventually fight Jones in 2024. This is for the interim title. Jones is out with an injury.

[@bigbud8460]

​@@IAMJEFFREY-cw9nsNo the winner of this will not be fighting Jones cos he'll probably retire

[@christianvittorio]

70% of fighters Adam interviews loses 😭

[@ronaldocarrillo2973]

This time sergei pavlovich cant Duck tom Aspinall

[@mirceadumitrutulvan3942]

lovely guy, but really unlucky, probably Pavlovich will beat him.

[@R.G83]

10 Interviews and it's the same story, I was laying in bed at 4 in the morning and the phone went off.......................

[@mwambachilando5580]

Why do keep tuning in. Troll

[@TheTrueWelshIdiot]

That's the thing about the truth, it has that funny habit of not changing.

[@Dan-zh5od]

Why would he say anything different on different interviews 😂 that’s what happened. Muppet.

[@Alreadydone134]

Toms gonna choke himout

[@gamminghub5953]

Fraud lam

[@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns]

???

[@vikingshpvs465]

How insulting and belittling calling someone sunshine

[@Steven-jh3wh]

He’s more delusional than Julianna Peña. 😂

[@matlock8150]

Is he?

[@alanthomson8732]

Pavlova is a beast but watch him be dropped and become an eton mess on Saturday

[@archiejay7652]

Tom is a very good all arounder but nd if he does win he'll not beat jon Jones

[@Squaringlikeaboxofcoinflakes]

Jon is amazing but he is getting older.

[@tomhumphreys3929]

Anythings possible geeza

[@vikingshpvs465]

I dont belive for 1 second that stiope wiuld have trained his socks off for a fight just to not fight anyone. Its a payday. So your telling me a fighter will turn down a pay day. Ufc didnt want stiope to fight any one else incase he lost then the stiope and jones fight is offf. I dont get how jones comes up to fight heavy weight in 1 fight and win the belt. He then tears his chest quote, its all apart of the game. Wait another year and stiope is older. Jones dont want to be a real heavy weight champ.

[@N1CH0LAS007]

Regardless of the outcome Tommy Aspinall deserves all the respect for stepping up and taking on the boogeyman of the heavyweight division in Pavlovich. That said, I'm predicting he wins via Round 2 RNC 🥷🇬🇧

[@sigmaalpha9989]

I like Tom.. But sergei ain't gonna be simples..