Brian Ortega Withdraws from UFC 331 Fight Against Renato Moicano Due to Injury

Brian Ortega has withdrawn from his upcoming fight against Renato Moicano at UFC 331, scheduled for September 19, due to an injury. The former featherweight title challenger suffered a cut above his right eye during training, prompting the UFC to cancel the bout.

Ortega's injury was confirmed by the UFC, which has arranged for Moicano to face Tom Nolan instead at UFC Fight Night 292 on October 31. The cancellation is a setback for Ortega, who was reportedly in excellent shape and eager to compete in front of his home crowd in Los Angeles.

This marks the second time this year that Ortega's rematch with Moicano has been called off, following a previous cancellation due to Ortega's injuries. Despite this latest disappointment, Ortega has expressed his intention to return to training and hopes to fight again in November.