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Three-time UFC title challenger Joseph Benavidez is moving on with his career after a knockout loss at UFC Norfolk, but he’ll have to wait three months before getting back to the gym.
Benavidez received the longest suspension of combatants at this past Saturday’s UFC Norfolk, receiving a 90-day term for his latest title setback in a fight against Brazilian slugger Deiveson Figueiredo, according to medical suspensions released by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.
A total of seven fighters were suspended following the event. Notes from the suspensions indicate Dos Santos was transported to the hospital after her first-round knockout loss to Megan Anderson.
All fighters are advised not to spar until they are reinstated for competition by the commission.
On Sunday, Benavidez indicated he’ll continue his career despite his setback. His wife, UFC broadcaster Megan Olivi, tweeted a message of support.
Figueiredo would have claimed the title with his win, but missed weight by 2.5 pounds, rendering him ineligible to win the belt. His manager welcomed the idea of a rematch.
Here’s the full list of medical suspensions for UFC Norfolk:
Joseph Benavidez: suspended for 90 days with 90 days no contact, needs suture for laceration.
Zarah Fairn dos Santos: suspended for 60 days, needs to submit X-ray for left orbital socket to be reinstated.
Ion Cutelaba: suspended for 30 days.
Norma Dumont Viana: suspended for 60 days.
Tom Breese: suspended for 30 days.
T.J. Brown: suspended for 30 days.
Aalon Cruz: suspended for 30 days.
This article first appeared at MMA Fighting – All Posts
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