Rib injury forces Marvin Vettori out of UFC Fight Night 280
Marvin Vettori has withdrawn from UFC Fight Night 280 due to a rib injury. He announced the injury on his Instagram, revealing that he has a broken rib and will need 4-6 weeks for recovery. Vettori expressed disappointment as he was looking forward to the fight and had relocated for training.
- ▪Marvin Vettori was scheduled to fight Ismail Naurdiev on June 27 in Baku, Azerbaijan.
- ▪He announced his injury on Instagram, stating that an MRI confirmed he has a broken rib.
- ▪Vettori has been on a four-fight losing streak, with his last win in March 2023.
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