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Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nicolas Dalby Faces Indefinite Suspension After UFC Kansas City Loss
UFC Kansas City delivered an unforgettable night filled with jaw-dropping knockouts. Fans were treated to an action-packed card that showcased the very best and most dangerous aspects of MMA. However, as thrilling as the event was, it also served as a reminder of the inherent risks fighters face every time they step into the Octagon. In the aftermath of such violent battles, fighter safety has once again become a central talking point. Today we learned that Danish welterweight Nicolas Dalby has been suspended for 90 days and also faces an indefinite suspension pending neurological clearance. The information was shared by MMA Junkie, sourced from the Missouri Office of Athletics, which released a list of medical suspensions following UFC Kansas City. Dalby endured a brutal back-and-forth war against Randy Brown, absorbing an accumulation of strikes along with a crushing right hand that ultimately led to his suspension. Nicolas Dalby Getty Images The UFC, under Dana White's leadership, has consistently maintained that fighter health is a top priority. Policies require medical clearance for any fighter suffering a severe knockout before they can return to competition. Dalby's situation exemplifies how seriously these protocols are enforced to ensure long-term fighter well-being. UFC Gloves Prior to this setback, Dalby was enjoying strong momentum, riding a four-fight win streak. Unfortunately, he has now suffered back-to-back losses against Renat Fakhretdinov and Randy Brown. As for his return, it remains uncertain. Dalby must first obtain full neurological clearance before any timeline can be set. Fighter safety, above all else, will dictate when he can once again compete in the Octagon. Related: UFC Veteran Retires Following Tough Final Stretch Related: Francis Ngannou's Name Surfaces After Fatal Accident Report
USA Today
28-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
UFC on ESPN 66 medical suspensions: Anthony Smith (one last time) among 3 out indefinitely
UFC on ESPN 66 medical suspensions: Anthony Smith (one last time) among 3 out indefinitely The vast majority of fighters who competed at UFC on ESPN 66 have been handed medical suspensions by the event's sanctioning body. On Monday, the Missouri Office of Athletics released a list of medical suspensions for the athletes who competed at Saturday's event at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Mo. The commission did not release specific details as to what injuries were sustained. Twenty-one of the 28 competitors received 30 to 90-day suspensions. Three of those fighters also received additional indefinite suspensions that will end only after neurological clearance. Check out a full list of medical suspensions below. It's important to note fighters can return prior to the end of their assigned suspension if they receive sooner medical clearance. Joselyne Edwards def. Chelsea Chandler Joselyne Edwards: No suspension. Chelsea Chandler: Suspended 30 days. Timmy Cuamba def. Roberto Romero Timmy Cuamba: Suspended 60 days. Roberto Romero: Suspended 90 days. Jaqueline Amorim def. Polyana Viana Jaqueline Amorim: No suspension. Polyana Viana: Suspended 30 days. Malcolm Wellmaker def. Cameron Saaiman Malcolm Wellmaker: No suspension. Cameron Saaiman: Suspended 90 days; also suspended indefinitely pending neurological clearance. Da'Mon Blackshear def. Heili Alateng Da'Mon Blackshear: Suspended 30 days. Heili Alateng: Suspended 60 days. Chris Gutierrez def. John Castaneda Chris Gutierrez: Suspended 30 days. John Castaneda: Suspended 30 days. Evan Elder def. Gauge Young Evan Elder: Suspended 30 days. Gauge Young: Suspended 30 days. Matt Schnell def. Jimmy Flick Matt Schnell: Suspended 30 days. Jimmy Flick: Suspended 90 days. Ikram Aliskerov def. Andre Muniz Ikram Aliskerov: No suspension. Andre Muniz: Suspended 30 days. Randy Brown def. Nicolas Dalby Randy Brown: Suspended 30 days. Nicolas Dalby: Suspended 90 days; also suspended indefinitely pending neurological clearance. Abus Magomedov def. Michel Pereira Abus Magomedov: Suspended 30 days. Michel Pereira: Suspended 30 days. David Onama def. Giga Chikadze David Onama: Suspended 30 days. Giga Chikadze: Suspended 30 days. Mingyang Zhang def. Anthony Smith Mingyang Zhang: No suspension. Anthony Smith: Suspended 90 days; also suspended indefinitely pending neurological clearance. Ian Machado Garry def. Carlos Prates Ian Machado Garry: No suspension. Carlos Prates: No suspension.
