Welterweight contender Sean Brady pulls out of the Nov. 7 fight card in Las Vegas, leaving the promotion scrambling.
Number 5-ranked UFC welterweight contender Sean Brady has officially withdrawn from his upcoming UFC Vegas 124 main event fight against Gabriel Bonfim due to an injury.
The sudden cancellation leaves the combat sports promotion with roughly one week to secure a replacement fighter or establish a brand new headliner for the event at the Meta Apex facility in Las Vegas, according to information published by mmamania.
Brazilian journalist Laerte Viana was the first to report the major lineup change on Thursday, catching fans and analysts by surprise as the fight date rapidly approaches.
Impact On UFC Vegas 124 Fight Card
The current UFC Vegas 124 co-main event features a crucial strawweight battle between Virna Jandiroba and Tatiana Suarez, which could potentially be elevated to top billing by promotion matchmakers.
Other notable main card matchups currently scheduled for the event include Seok Hyeon Ko against Wellington Turman in the welterweight division, along with a bantamweight clash featuring Davey Grant and Elijah Smith.
Fan Reaction And Social Media Backlash
Following the abrupt announcement, toxic fight fans immediately targeted Sean Brady on social media, leaving hostile comments on his official Instagram page regarding the late withdrawal from the Nov. 7 event.
Neither Sean Brady nor Gabriel Bonfim have issued an official comment regarding the injury or the cancelled main event matchup at this time as the story continues to develop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Sean Brady scheduled to fight at UFC Vegas 124?
Sean Brady was scheduled to face number 6-ranked welterweight Gabriel Bonfim in the main event of UFC Vegas 124.
Why was the UFC Vegas 124 main event cancelled?
The main event was cancelled because number 5-ranked welterweight contender Sean Brady withdrew from the fight due to an injury.
Where was the UFC Vegas 124 event scheduled to take place?
The event was scheduled to take place at the Meta Apex facility in Las Vegas on November 7.
Who reported the Sean Brady injury and withdrawal first?
Brazilian journalist Laerte Viana was the first person to report the lineup change regarding Sean Brady on Thursday.
