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UFC Fight Island 7 Medical Suspensions: Calvin Kattar Gets Much Needed Time Off
Max Holloway and Calvin Kattar ahead of UFC Fight Island 7 Credit: UFC
The first event of the year produced no shortage of fireworks and, as a result, no shortage of medical suspensions. Every fighter on the fight card is facing some level of medical suspension ranging from a week to six months.
Somewhat unsurprising is the first 180 suspension, which goes to Calvin Kattar. Following his slobber-knocker with Max Holloway, the Massachusetts native sustained a broken nose along with more than a few cuts and bruises. He’ll take six months off, but could have that suspension shortened if he has his nose cleared by a doctor prior to that mark. Joining him on the six month layoff is Justin Tafa. The New Zealand heavyweight lost a close split decision to Carlos Felipe. During the bout he took damage to his left thumb, which will need a clean x-ray to shorten his suspension.