Brian Ortega

2024 - 6 - 29

UFC 303 Drama: Ortega Out, Ige In Last Minute

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Drama unfolds as Brian Ortega withdraws from UFC 303, replaced by Dan Ige against Diego Lopes. A last-minute twist in the octagon!

2024's International Fight Week took an unexpected turn as Brian Ortega withdrew from UFC 303, causing a frenzy just before the main card commenced. The vacant spot was quickly filled by the surprising entry of Dan Ige to face off against Diego Lopes, setting the stage for an unpredictable showdown in Las Vegas. Fans were left on the edge of their seats as the last-minute drama unfolded, adding an extra layer of excitement to the highly anticipated event. Diego Lopes, initially set to match up against Ortega, had a sudden change in opponent with Ige stepping in. The unexpected switch-up brought a wave of anticipation and speculation to the co-main event, leaving both fighters and fans eager to see the outcome of this unforeseen matchup. The tension in the air was palpable as fighters and spectators alike braced themselves for an adrenaline-pumping showdown in the octagon. In a historic moment for UFC, Dan Ige's unexpected entry into the UFC 303 co-main event created a buzz in the MMA world. With Ortega's withdrawal and Ige's sudden inclusion, the dynamics of the event underwent a significant shift, surprising everyone involved. The stage is now set for an epic battle between Ige and Lopes, promising a fight to remember for fans and ensuring UFC 303 will go down in history as a night full of unexpected twists and turns. Brian Ortega's sudden illness caused ripples of chaos, leading to Dan Ige's remarkable late fill-in, ensuring the show must go on in the octagon. The UFC 303 main card experienced unprecedented changes, highlighting the unpredictable nature of MMA and keeping fans on the edge of their seats till the last moment. As the event unfolded, Diego Lopes and Dan Ige showcased resilience and adaptability, embodying the true spirit of mixed martial arts in facing unexpected challenges head-on.

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Brian Ortega withdraws from UFC 303; Dan Ige steps in vs. Diego ... (Sportsnet.ca)

What would 2024's International Fight Week be without additional last-minute drama and more massive changes to the UFC 303 main card Brian Ortega was ...

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UFC 303: Brian Ortega out, Dan Ige in vs. Diego Lopes in last ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

Minutes before the start of the main card in Las Vegas, the UFC's ESPN broadcast announced Ortega had withdrawn from his fight due to an illness that caused a ...

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Diego Lopes reacts to Brian Ortega matchup at UFC 303, picks Max ... (MMA Fighting)

Diego Lopes previews his UFC 303 co-main event matchup with Brian Ortega, and discusses a potential Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway fight.

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Dan Ige replaces Brian Ortega in shocking 11th-hour UFC 303 co ... (Yahoo Sports)

Not even expected to compete on the card, Ige now faces Lopes (24-6 MMA, 3-1 UFC) at Saturday's event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Ige replaces Brian ...

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Brian Ortega out of UFC 303; Dan Ige late fill-in vs. Diego Lopes ... (ESPN)

Brian Ortega has pulled out of Saturday's fight against Diego Lopes and will be replaced by Dan Ige, who was not scheduled to compete on the card.

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Diego Lopes vs. Dan Ige Historic UFC 303 Fight Booked After Brian ... (Bleacher Report)

In a historic moment for the UFC, Dan Ige is stepping in to fight Diego Lopes in the UFC 303 co-main event after Brian Ortega withdrew just hours before ...

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Brian Ortega out of UFC 303 co-main event, Diego Lopes gets last ... (MMAWeekly)

Dan Ige stepped up on hours notice to step in for Ortega. Lopes had to weigh-in again and the two will fight at a catchweight of 165 pounds.

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