UFC London: Tom Aspinall will headline the heavyweight fight against Curtis Blaydes. Title shot within touching distance

The UFC's London trip will feature a heavyweight bout between Curtis Blaydes and Tom Aspinall.

The premier promotion in mixed martial arts will be back in London on July 23, just four months after the historic card at The O2 arena.

Aspinall received top billing for the first fight league visit to the UK since over three years. He has been awarded the headline slot once again.

In March, the Wigan warrior rose to the top of the division by running past Alexander Volkov, a perennial contender.

Blaydes, a decorated wrestler, will give the Brazilian jiu jistu black belt a tougher test on the ground if the fight goes ahead.

American Blaydes won six of his seven last outings after his 2018 knockout loss against Francis Ngannou, the current heavyweight champion. His only defeat came at the hands UFC's KO king Derrick Lewis.

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Since his MMA debut at Fight Island in July 2020, Aspinall has not tasted defeat.

After three knockout victories and two submission wins, the 29-year old's promotion record is 5-0. He's yet to reach round 3.

Aspinall holds the record for fastest fighter to five UFC victories, having spent only 14 minutes and 24 seconds in the cage.

UFC's recent trip to London was an unforgettable and historic night that prompted President Dana White to make a quick return.

He said that tonight had re-energized him and reminded him of the thrill of fighting in the UK.

"We're returning here this year. I don't care what the schedule says.

"We're going to be moving s*** about when we get back home."

White, 52, believes that this current crop is the best in 28 years of the promotion's history.

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SunSport was informed by the veteran promoter that "100% this is the Golden Generation."

"Some of these fighters have the potential and the ability to break into top three and possibly become world champions."

He said: "The UK was always a huge fight country. You can see the talent that comes out of it.

"It's amazing the talent on this card."