UFC 158 Medical Suspensions: Johny Hendricks good to go for title shot
With UFC 158 in the rear view mirror there are a number of medical suspensions that have arisen. The main concern for many fans are the reports that Johny Hendricks may have sustained a broken hand in his welterweight bout against Carlos Condit. If this were true, it might hinder Hendricks’ chances of competing any time soon against Georges St-Pierre for the title. Judging by the list of medical suspensions, and a recent update by ‘Big Rigg’ on twitter, it would seem as though the injury may not be too severe:
THANKS for the concern! Update on my hand: it was feeling so much better today I decided not to go to the doc. Recovery going good!
— Johny Hendricks (@JohnyHendricks) March 19, 2013
7-day suspension: Jake Ellenberger, Darren Elkins, Jordan Mein, Rick Story, T.J. Dillashaw
14-day suspension: Johny Hendricks, Carlos Condit, Chris Camozzi, Nick Ring, Mike Ricci, Colin Fletcher, Patrick Cote, Bobby Voelker, John Makdessi, George Roop
28-day suspension: Georges St. Pierre, Nick Diaz
30-day suspension: Antonio Carvalho, Dan Miller, Quinn Mulhern
45-day suspension: Daron Cruickshank, Issei Tamura, Reuben Duran
60-day suspension: Nate Marquardt
It is surprising to see that Nate Marquardt only received a 60 day suspension after his brutal knockout loss to Jake Ellenberger. The former Strikeforce welterweight champion could be back in action sooner than we think. Rumours surrounding the number one contender suggest that an August title shot is in the works.
It will be great to see both St-Pierre and Hendricks in prime condition for their title fight. If that is the case come August, who will you pick to win? Will it be Hendricks with his heavy hands or St-Pierre with his grinding wrestling style?
