UFC Card Change: Hernández Withdraws Due to Injury
An expected middleweight clash between Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez and Reinier de Ridder has been canceled. Hernandez withdrew due to an unspecified injury, according to UFC officials.
De Ridder, who will remain on the card, will now face Brendan Allen, another middleweight contender. This 185-pound bout will be the main event of UFC Fight Night in Vancouver. Hernandez expressed his regret for the situation through a post on social media, where he also stated that he is focused on recovering to return stronger.The UFC is searching for the next middleweight title challenger. The original fight between Hernandez and De Ridder could have had a significant impact on the rankings. Khamzat Chimaev, who won the championship after defeating Dricus Du Plessis, has a list of potential contenders that includes Nassourdine Imavov, Hernandez, and De Ridder, with a remote possibility for former champion Sean Strickland. De Ridder will make his fifth UFC appearance in less than a year, following a split decision victory against Robert Whittaker in July. For his part, Allen, a four-year UFC veteran, comes after a decision victory over Marvin Vettori.
