""I don't want to talk about the injury, I've never refused a fight, no matter who I fight, no matter what the situation, the preparation is at a good level, it's done, no matter how much you kick, I can't change it. "I still have five fights left in this [organization]. I've been extended for a new contract. There are still many interesting battles ahead.""
"Almabayev has been victorious in six of his seven Octagon appearances, with his lone loss coming against Manel Kape in March 2025. The 32-year-old rebounded from that defeat to post back-to-back triumphs over Jose Ochoa and Alex Perez to close out his 2025 campaign. The Brave Combat Federation and M-1 Global veteran owns a 23-3 career mark since beginning his professional tenure in 2013."
Asu Almabayev withdrew from the UFC Mexico City headliner after suffering a hand injury two days before the scheduled flight. Almabayev confirmed the injury on Instagram and emphasized that preparations were complete and that he has never refused a fight. Almabayev is 6-1 in the UFC and 23-3 overall, rebounding from a loss to Manel Kape with wins over Jose Ochoa and Alex Perez. He says he has five fights remaining on a new contract. Brandon Moreno's participation on the Feb. 28 card is currently uncertain. UFC Mexico City will take place at Arena CDMX and features Marlon Vera vs David Martinez as co-main.
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