Julianna Peña faces an indefinite suspension pending medical clearance for potential injuries after her submission loss to Kayla Harrison at UFC 316, with several other fighters also receiving suspensions for various medical reasons.
Julianna Peña is facing a pause in her fighting career. After her submission loss to Kayla Harrison at UFC 316, she’s awaiting clearance for potential injuries. The New Jersey State Athletic Control Board has issued medical suspensions, with Peña’s name leading the list.
The fight ended in the second round with Harrison applying a brutal kimura. Peña tapped out, losing her bantamweight title. Now, she’s suspended indefinitely until an orthopedist clears her left elbow and shoulder.
This defeat marks a challenging period for Peña, dropping her to a 3-3 record in her last six fights. Meanwhile, Kevin Gastelum also faces a mandatory 30-day suspension after losing to Joe Pyfer. He needs dental clearance for a loose tooth.
Mario Bautista isn’t spared either. He’s on a 30-day suspension for facial cuts sustained in his win over Patchy Mix. Mix was making his octagon debut, adding a twist to the narrative.
Here’s a quick rundown of the medical suspensions from UFC 316:
– Julianna Peña: Indefinite suspension pending orthopedist clearance.
– Kelvin Gastelum: 30-day suspension, indefinite pending dental clearance.
– Mario Bautista: 30-day suspension for facial lacerations.
– Vicente Luque: 45-day suspension for a scalp hematoma.
Bruno Silva and Brendson Ribeiro both face 30-day suspensions due to TKO losses. Serghei Spivac’s suspension is indefinite, awaiting x-rays and orthopedist clearance for his right foot.
Khaos Williams and Ariane Da Silva also face suspensions for lacerations and leg trauma, respectively. Jeka Saragih and Quillan Salkilld have longer suspensions due to knockout losses and pending x-rays.
Finally, Mark Choinski will be out for 21 days due to a left calf issue. It’s a tough break for these fighters, each navigating their own path to recovery.