Jorge Rivera Injured, Withdraws From UFC 118 Bout With Alessio Sakara
It’s unfortunate to see such a good fight get eliminated from the card. Hopefully Jorge makes a speedy recovery.
Read Article >Alessio Sakara And Nathan Marquardt Given Replacement Opponents After UFC 116 Bout Canceled
First up MMA weekly reports that after Alessio Sakara’s father passed away forcing the cancellation of his UFC 116 bout with Nate Marquardt, Nate will take on Rousimar Palahres at either UFC 117 or 118 in August:
It appears that Sakara will also be getting a different challenge in August as MMA Junkie reports he will face Jorge Rivera:
Read Article >Alessio Sakara v. Nathan Marquardt Off UFC 116 Card
F4WOnline.com reports the following:
It’s unfortunate to not get to see Sakara fight Marquardt, but obviously no one would begrudge Alessio his time to grieve after his loss.
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