Middleweight contender Caio Borralho has been forced to withdraw from his scheduled bout against Joe Pyfer at UFC 330 on August 15th due to a significant rib injury. Borralho, who last secured a dominant unanimous decision victory over Reinier de Ridder at UFC 326, was set to face Pyfer, who is currently on a four-fight winning streak, including a knockout victory over Israel Adesanya earlier this year.
The Brazilian fighter revealed the extent of his injury, explaining that he required surgery to address a dangerous displacement of his rib. “Unfortunately, the rib didn’t heal, and the displacement was dangerous because it could have punctured my lung, so we had to resort to surgery,” Borralho stated. “Unfortunately, the fight at UFC 330 with my friend Joe Pyfer will not happen. I hope to be back soon and able to do what I love in the UFC.”
The UFC 330 fight card is still largely unannounced, with current speculation suggesting welterweight champion Islam Makhachev will defend his title in the main event against Ian Machado Garry. Further fight announcements are anticipated soon.
Summary of the situation:
Caio Borralho was slated to fight Joe Pyfer at UFC 330 but had to pull out due to a serious rib injury. The injury required surgery to prevent potential lung damage. Pyfer is on an impressive winning streak, and Borralho expressed his hope for a swift return to the octagon.
English Translation:
Middleweight fighter Caio Borralho has withdrawn from his planned fight against Joe Pyfer at UFC 330, scheduled for August 15th. Borralho cited a severe rib injury that necessitated surgery. He explained that the rib had not healed properly and was dangerously displaced, posing a risk of puncturing his lung. Consequently, the bout with Pyfer, who is currently on a four-fight win streak, has been cancelled. Borralho expressed his desire to return to the UFC as soon as possible.
