Derek Brunson out of Strikeforce fight with “Jacare” due to injury

Strikeforce’s March 3 event took another hit after it was revealed earlier today surging middleweight prospect Derek Brunson had been pulled from the lineup after an inability to pass a set of required medicals. Though no specifics were given on his condition it was revealed the injury was minimal in nature.

Though the card recently lost a co-headlining clash between Mike Kyle-Gegard Mousasi, CEO Scott Coker explained the organization is seeking a replacement for Brunson meaning they’re hopeful his opponent, Ronaldo Souza, will still compete at the show.

Brunson holds a 9-0 mark including three wins under the Strikeforce banner. He was last seen outpointing Nate James in November, only the second decision win in his young career.

Brunson Addresses Removal from Strikeforce Card

Even absent Souza-Brunson the card is still relatively strong with a headlining title-fight between champion Miesha Tate and contender Ronda Rousey as well as match-ups such as K.J. Noons-Josh Thomson, Ryan Couture-Conor Heun, and Kazuo Misaki-Paul Daley.

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