Dan Hooker is out of his fight with Justin Gaethje at UFC 313, dealing the March 8 card a heavy blow, and followers have had quite a lot of reactions to the disappointing information.
The light-weight contest was anticipated to steal the present subsequent Saturday and probably be a number one candidate for Battle of the 12 months given Hooker and Gaethje’s penchant for placing on thrilling slugfests. Nonetheless, a hand harm compelled Hooker to withdraw, leaving Gaethje and not using a dance companion. For now.
Several fighters have stepped up to the plate providing to switch Hooker and sq. off with “The Spotlight,” together with previous Gaethje opponent Rafael Fiziev and up to date last-second light-weight title challenger Renato Moicano. It’s not but recognized if UFC is actively searching for a alternative for Hooker or if his bout with Gaethje will probably be rescheduled for an additional date.
Followers had their very own options as to who might step in at UFC 313, whereas others simply jumped within the feedback to precise their disappointment.
Try reader reactions under.