Junior dos Santos was sidelined indefinitely after a brutal knockout loss to Robelis Despaigne at Most Valuable Promotions “Rousey vs. Carano” in Los Angeles. The stoppage occurred 2:59 into the opening round of the main card bout at the Intuit Dome. Dos Santos’ return came after winning the Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA heavyweight title in March 2024. The California State Athletic Commission issued medical suspensions for fighters on the card, with everyone receiving at least a seven-day mandatory suspension. Nate Diaz and Jefferson Creighton received six-month terms pending medical clearance. Dos Santos must obtain neurological clearance before returning to competition, with a minimum 45-day suspension and 30 days no contact.
"MVP 'Rousey vs. Carano' Medical Suspensions Nate Diaz: 180-day suspension or cleared by a physician for possible fracture to left hand finger. 60-day suspension or cleared by a physician for lacerations to scalp and forehead. 45-day suspension with 30 days no contact without exception. Mike Perry: 45-day suspension, 30 days no contact Philipe Lins: 45-day suspension, 30 days no contact Kenneth Cross: 45 day suspension, 30 days no contact Junior dos Santos: Indefinite suspension pending neurological clearance. 45 day suspension, 30 days no contact without exception"
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