UFC 314 Main Event Fighter Among Those Medically Suspended

UFC 314, one of the year`s most anticipated events, delivered exciting moments in Miami.

After a series of less eventful shows, UFC 314 had a lot to live up to with several significant matches.

April 12th met expectations as Alexander Volkanovski regained his featherweight title in a great fight against Diego Lopes, and Paddy Pimblett increased his reputation by defeating Michael Chandler in the co-main event.

Other notable performances came from fighters like Yair Rodriguez, Jean Silva, and Dominick Reyes on the main card, with the preliminary fights also providing talking points.

As seen in backstage footage of Lopes` reaction to his loss, there`s often a tough reality for these athletes after their fights, with several receiving indefinite medical suspensions due to the physical risks they take.

Diego Lopes and Four Others Receive Indefinite Medical Suspensions After UFC 314

Following UFC 314 on April 12th, the full list of medical suspensions from the Florida Athletic Commission (FAC) was released.

Details about the specific injuries causing these suspensions are not provided, but the suspension durations could be shortened if fighters are cleared by a doctor.

Diego Lopes received an indefinite suspension after his featherweight title fight against Alexander Volkanovski in the main event.

While there may be undisclosed injuries, Lopes` right eye appeared completely closed by the end of his fight with Volkanovski.

Volkanovski was suspended for 45 days, despite also sustaining damage around his eyes.

In the co-main event, Paddy Pimblett avoided medical suspension, while Michael Chandler was suspended for 60 days.

Along with Lopes, four other fighters—Virna Jandiroba, Chase Hooper, Marco Tulio, and Tresean Gore—received indefinite suspensions due to potential injuries.

In Jandiroba’s situation, she will hope her suspension is not for a serious issue after becoming a top strawweight contender with a victory over Yan Xiaonan.

Fighter Urged to Retire Receives Short Suspension

While fighters like Diego Lopes and Michael Chandler showed visible damage, Darren Elkins endured significant punishment in his short fight.

Elkins was hurt early in his fight against Julian Erosa, who landed a head kick highlighted by commentators Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier.

Known for his durability, this trait was not enough for Elkins on April 12th.

Despite calls for Elkins to retire, his 45-day medical suspension allows him to return to the Octagon before the year ends.