Dillashaw says the injury that took him out of UFC 186 was the result of a 'freak accident' during training

Dillashaw won the title by beating Barão and later defended it against J. Soto. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC

TJ Dillashaw spoke out for the first time since suffering an injury that took him out of the main fight of UFC 186, on April 25, when he would face again Renan Barao for the rooster title. Although without giving many details, the champion apologized to his fans and said that what happened was the result of a 'strange accident' during training. wrestling.

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“First of all, I want to apologize to the fans and everyone who was looking forward to this fight. Unfortunately, I had to leave the card with a fractured rib. It was a freak accident that happened during wrestling practice. It breaks my heart because I was looking forward to the fight and never wanted to be a fighter who walks away from a fight. I'll get better quickly and come back as soon as I can. Thank you for your support”, wrote the North American, in his account on Instagram.

This would be his second defense of the title, won in May last year over Barão. In August, Dillashaw would face the Brazilian again, but the challenger felt ill the day before – the champion then faced Joe Soto, winning by technical knockout.

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