Gallery Antonio Carlos Junior def. Tim Boetsch at UFC on FOX 29: Best photos view 9 images It appears Derek Brunson ’s quest to get back on track in the middleweight division will be put on hold. Brunson (18-6 MMA, 9-4 UFC) was set to take on Antonio Carlos Junior (10-2 MMA, 7-2 UFC) at UFC 227. But now, according to a report from Brazilian news outlet Combate.com , Brunson has been forced out of the fight with an eye injury. UFC officials have not yet made a formal announcement of Brunson’s withdrawal or of a potential new opponent for Junior. UFC 227 takes place Aug.
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Report: Eye injury knocks Derek Brunson from UFC 227 bout with Antonio Carlos Junior – MMA Junkie