5thRound.com - UFC news, play-by-play results, video interviews, rumors · Nov 8, 2017
UFC 218 Takes Big Hit, Frankie Edgar Out
One of the biggest cards in 2017 has taken a massive it. According to reports, an undisclosed injury has forced Frankie Edgar out of UFC 218.Combate first reported the news, which has since been confirmed by ESPN.com’s Brett Okamoto.
Edgar was slated to challenge featherweight champion Max Holloway in the show’s featured attraction.
As of now, it is believed the UFC is hoping to keep Holloway in the December 2 event against a different opponent.
Because Edgar’s injury is presently unknown, no timetable has been set for his return.
This would have marked the ninth time in Edgar’s past 16 outings that he’s fought with UFC gold on the line.