The black belt Roger gracie He asked the Strikeforce organization to remove his name from the show, which takes place on August 15th in the United States. The reason given by the Brazilian was the birth of his son, Tristan, at just three weeks old, which made it impossible for him to adequately prepare for his debut on the show.
Strikeforce Communications Director Mike Afromowitz said the organization hopes to add another heavyweight fight to the card.
Roger gracie He still didn't have a defined opponent for the event and continues with his undefeated record in MMA with victories over Yuki Kondo, in May 2008, and Ron Waterman in December 2006, both by submission.
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