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UFC Abu Dhabi loses fight hours before event
MMA Fighting • • general
Key Points:
- UFC Abu Dhabi's Fight Night event was reduced to 12 bouts after the last-minute cancellation of the welterweight main card fight between Islam Dulatov and Wellington Turman due to Dulatov's illness.
- Dulatov was hospitalized on Friday for an infection and received medical treatment, leading to his withdrawal from the bout to prioritize his health and recovery.
- Dulatov's team emphasized his focus on full recovery and plans to return stronger, with a personal statement expected from the fighter soon.
- Turman, returning after two and a half years and multiple shoulder surgeries, wished Dulatov a speedy recovery and expressed hope for a rescheduled fight or a new opponent.
- The UFC has not yet announced any replacement fight for the main card slot vacated by the cancellation.
