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Brandon Halsey replaces Newton vs. Jiri Prochazka at RIZIN 14

Brandon Halsey replaces Newton vs. Jiri Prochazka at RIZIN 14

Weeks after being announced for RIZIN 14, former Bellator titleholder Emanuel Newton has suffered broken ribs in practice. As a result, he will no longer be able to face Jiri Prochazka at RIZIN 14.

The promotion has announced his replacement, and it comes in the form of another former Bellator champ; Brandon Halsey.

Jiri Prochazka vs. Brandon Halsey

Despite nearly a year of build-up to facing Mirko Cro Cop on NYE, violent Czech brawler Jiri Prochazka (22-3-1) will not be facing the legendary Croatian at RIZIN 14.