Amir Albazi was not medically cleared to battle this weekend.
Albazi was scheduled to face Tatsuro Taira in the primary occasion of UFC Vegas 108 this weekend, however on Monday, information broke that Albazi was out of the event for undisclosed reasons and would get replaced by Hyun Sung Park. Now, we all know a bit of bit extra about why Albazi was pressured off the cardboard.
On Tuesday, Albazi launched an announcement through social media about his withdrawal, citing medical points that prevented him from being cleared for the occasion, saying he tried to energy by means of however was in the end not allowed to compete.
“I’m heartbroken to announce that I gained’t be combating on August 2nd.
“I completed my complete coaching camp and did every thing I may, however I wasn’t medically cleared in time. The UFC and the fee made the decision for my security. I respect their choice regardless that I needed to step in to that cage and care for enterprise.
“I’ll be again stronger and higher. That is only a setback, not the tip.
“Thanks to my followers, my staff, and everybody who helps me by means of the ups and downs.”
At the moment ranked No. 4 within the UFC flyweight rankings, Albazi started his UFC profession with 5 straight wins, placing himself on the cusp of a title shot. Nevertheless, in his most up-to-date battle, Albazi misplaced a unanimous choice to former two-time champion Brandon Moreno of their major occasion battle at UFC Edmonton in November. Albazi’s general profession document stands at 17-2.
