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UFC on ESPN 12 Medical Suspensions: Three Fighters Facing Possible 180-Day Layoffs

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Gian Villante is among three fighters from UFC on ESPN 12 who could be sidelined for a significant period of time.

Villante, who fell victim to an arm-triangle choke in Round 3 of a heavyweight clash with Maurice Greene, is out for 180 days unless a left hand x-ray is cleared by a doctor. At a minimum, Villante is suspended 45 days with no contact for 30 days.