The Brazilian Junior Gypsy was suspended indefinitely after the defeat to Cain Velazquez at UFC 166, last Saturday (19). According to the Texas Athletic Commission, which regulated the fight, Cigano will only be able to return to training after presenting a medical report from an otorhinolaryngologist.
But it wasn't just the Brazilian who was assessed in a critical medical situation by the entity. Even with the dominant victory and the defense of the belt, Cain Velazquez He also did not escape suspension. The heavyweight champion is out until April 18 next year, suspected of suffering a broken jaw.
Another who will also need to undergo a medical evaluation is Tim Boetsch. The North American, who beat CB Dollaway in the event. Boetsch suffered two accidental blows to the eye and will need clearance from an ophthalmologist before returning to training. Shawn Jordan, knocked out by Gabriel Napao, will also be stopped indefinitely. The other athletes who participated in the fight night received minor suspensions and will remain away, at most, until the first days of 2014.
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