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Menifield Faces Six-Month Ban After UFC 331 Thumb Fracture

By Sports Desk · · Updated 2026-09-21 22:55 UTC
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Alonzo Menifield is set for a six-month layoff after breaking his thumb at UFC 331, a suspension shared by four other fighters including Robelis Despaigne. Shorter bans of 45 to 60 days have been issued to top contenders like Arman Tsarukyan and Mauricio Ruffy for various injuries sustained during the event.

  • According to boxingnews.com, the 180-day suspension list extends to four other fighters, including Edmen Shahbazyan and Robelis Despaigne, who are also dealing with potential fractures or significant soft tissue damage. Meanwhile, co-main event winner Arman Tsarukyan faces a 45-day ban with 30 days of no-contact restrictions.

    Source: boxingnews.com

  • Alonzo Menifield receives a 180-day suspension for a broken thumb, while Pantoja and Ruffy face shorter bans.

    Source: MMA Fighting
Based on reporting by MMA Fighting and boxingnews.com, compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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