According to UFC President Dana White, Oliveira was injured in training. He has a serious cut on his eyebrow. The Brazilian tried to bounce back with the help of a plastic surgeon, but was unable to recover.
Usman Nurmagomedov: ‘Khabib won’t side with Makhachev in Oliveira fight’
Thus, the Brazilian will now be replaced in the duel with Makhachev by the Australian Alex Volkanovski, UFC featherweight champion. The rivals already met in the octagon at the beginning of 2023. Then Makhachev, in an even fight, won by unanimous decision.
Source: Sport
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