Diego Lopes and Michael Chandler are among 17 fighters who received medical suspensions after UFC 314, with Lopes facing an indefinite suspension requiring medical clearance, while Chandler received a 60-day suspension due to injuries sustained during their respective fights.
Diego Lopes and Michael Chandler were among those facing medical suspensions after UFC 314 in Miami. The Florida Athletic Commission released a list, revealing that 17 fighters received mandatory breaks. Some even got indefinite suspensions, which means they’ll need a doctor’s approval to step back into the octagon.
Leading the pack is Diego Lopes. After his grueling five-round battle with Alexander Volkanovski, he was given an indefinite suspension. While details are hush-hush due to Florida’s medical disclosure laws, such suspensions usually hint at significant concerns needing a physician’s nod before any return.
Volkanovski? He got a 45-day mandatory break. Honestly, after such a fight, he probably wouldn’t be rushing back anyway.
Then there’s Michael Chandler. In the co-main event against Paddy Pimblett, he endured a lot of punishment. A flying knee left him with a nasty cut on his cheek. Result? A 60-day suspension to heal up properly.
Besides these two, four more fighters faced indefinite suspensions: Virna Jandiroba, Chase Hooper, Marco Tulio, and Tresean Gore. It’s not just about resting; it’s about ensuring they’re fit to fight again.
Here’s the full rundown from UFC 314: Volkanovski gets 45 days off. Lopes? Indefinite. Chandler sits out for 60 days. Yair Rodriguez and Bryce Mitchell each have 30 days. Nikita Krylov joins Chandler with 60 days off.
Sean Woodson and Yan Xiaonan also get 30 days each. Meanwhile, Jim Miller takes a breather for 30 days too. Julian Erosa and Sumudaerji both have shorter breaks—21 days each.
Darren Elkins has a 45-day layoff, while Sedriques Dumas rests for 30 days. And don’t forget Marco Tulio and Tresean Gore—they’re on indefinite leave as well.
UFC fights are brutal, no doubt about it! But safety first, right? These suspensions might seem like hurdles, but they’re crucial for the fighters’ health and future in the sport.