The UFC’s return to Las Vegas for “International Fight Week” has seen a change to the lineup at UFC 239. Women’s bantamweight Melissa Gatto (6-0-2 MMA, 0-0 UFC) has withdrawn from her fight against Julia Avila (6-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC). “TUF 28” alum Pannie Kianzad (11-4 MMA, 0-1 UFC) will step in for Gatto on short notice, two people with knowledge of the change told MMA Junkie on Monday. UFC officials have not yet made an announcement. The reason for Gatto’s withdrawal is not known. UFC 239 takes place July 6 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
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UFC 239: With Melissa Gatto out, Pannie Kianzad returns to take on Julia Avila – MMA Junkie