THE Universal Fighting Championship (UFC) has canceled the UFC Fight Night set for October 15 at the Mall of Asia Manila due to the loss of the main event.
Former UFC champion BJ Penn was forced to withdraw from the main event bout with Ricardo Lamas due to injury.
“I suffered a rib injury in training and I apologize to the fans in Manila who were expecting to watch me compete,” Penn said. “I hope to be back in the Octagon soon.” Athletes scheduled to compete in the card will be rebooked for upcoming UFC events in the near future. They will receive compensation because of the cancellation. With its 2016 calendar finalized, UFC officials will discuss future dates for the event.
“SMLEI and UFC will continue to work together in the future to deliver exciting live events for fans,” Edgar Tejerero, President of SM Lifestyle Entertainment Inc. said.
Fans who have purchased tickets to the event should seek refund at the point of purchase.