Joe Pyfer's highly anticipated middleweight match against Kelvin Gastelum has been cancelled as Pyfer was removed from the fight due to illness, confirmed by UFC officials. Despite both fighters weighing in successfully for the event, the bout has been struck from the official line-up. Pyfer, a rising star following his success on Dana White's Contender Series, was expected to face tough competition in Gastelum, a veteran fighter with significant accolades. The UFC Mexico City event continues on March 29, 2025, featuring headliners Brandon Moreno and Steve Erceg.
UFC officials announced that Joe Pyfer has been removed from his bout with Kelvin Gastelum due to illness, leading to the cancellation of the fight.
Both fighters successfully made weight on Friday, despite past issues with Gastelum's weight, emphasizing that he is not to blame for this cancellation.
Joe Pyfer, known for his catchphrase 'Be Joe Pyfer,' is a rising star with a record of 4-1 under the UFC banner, and this fight was seen as crucial.
UFC Mexico City, featuring Brandon Moreno and Steve Erceg, will now proceed without the anticipated fight between Pyfer and Gastelum on March 29, 2025.
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