Cody Garbrandt leaves fight against Deiveson Figueiredo and is replaced by Alex Perez at UFC 255, says website

D. Figueiredo (photo) has a new opponent for the UFC 255. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Former bantamweight champion (up to 61,2kg.), cody garbrandt he will no longer be the challenger for the flyweight belt (up to 56,7kg.). The North American, who would face Deiveson Figueiredo No. UFC 255, on November 21, in Las Vegas (USA), he was injured and was removed from the card, giving way to Alex Perez. The duel will mark the Brazilian's first title defense. The information was released by ‘Combate’.

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In the beggining of september, the North American was diagnosed with Covid-19. At the time, however, the athlete was kept in the event, as he would have enough time to recover.

Cody's replacement, Perez was already in the process of preparing for another fight. Current number four in the flyweight rankings, the fighter had a commitment scheduled against Brandon Moreno, in the duel that could confirm the next challenger for the belt.

Champion of the category since July, Deiveson remains confirmed at the event, which will mark the first defense of his reign. The man from Pará won the title after causing a real defeat over the experienced player Joseph Benavidez.

New challenger, Perez has not played since the victory over Jussier formiga, in June this year. On that occasion, the North American overcame the Brazilian with a devastating knockout in the first round. Alex comes from three consecutive victories.