Brian Ortega has withdrawn from his scheduled UFC 326 fight against Renato Moicano due to ongoing injury issues.
Brian Ortega was set to face Renato Moicano at UFC 326 before confirming that nagging injuries had forced him out of the bout.
The former title challenger addressed the decision directly and outlined his current health status.
Brian Ortega confirms withdrawal from UFC 326
Brian Ortega announced that he would no longer compete at UFC 326 while speaking to fans in a video message.
Speaking on Instagram, Ortega revealed that he won’t be fighting Renato Moicano at UFC 326 due to his injury concerns.
“Obviously, the news is coming out that no longer am I fighting on March 7 in Vegas. I’m okay, health is good, no surgeries, nothing crazy like that, but I do need to take a little bit, some time off to nurse these injuries that I have right now.”
He explained that the injuries do not require surgery but need rest and physical therapy before he can return to training.
Ortega outlines recovery plan and future intentions
Brian Ortega acknowledged the frustration of the delay while stressing that the situation is not considered severe.
He said, “It just sucks, where it’s not crazy like that, where I don’t need to have surgery, but I have to rest it and let it heal and chill and get some physical therapy. I’m going to be on that mission, so that’s it.”
Despite the setback, Ortega expressed confidence about his plans later in the year. He added, “It’s just a little bit delayed, nothing crazy. I’m still planning on fighting twice this year, so look out.”
Ortega’s decision to withdraw from the bout will force the UFC to take a call on whether Moicano will fight a replacement at UFC 326.
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