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Dan Hooker Out, Renato Moicano Steps Up Ready to Face Justin Gaethje on Short Notice at UFC 313

Renato Moicano has stepped up and declared himself ready to take on Justin Gaethje on short notice after Dan Hooker was forced to withdraw from their highly anticipated UFC 313 co-main event. Hooker reportedly suffered a hand injury during training camp, leaving the lightweight bout in jeopardy. However, Moicano wasted no time in throwing his name into the mix, offering to save the fight and face one of the division’s most dangerous contenders.

Renato Moicano Wants Justin Gaethje on Short Notice

Brazil’s Renato Moicano is no stranger to stepping in under challenging circumstances. The Brazilian athlete has built a reputation for his toughness and willingness to take risks, including his memorable short-notice fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 311 for the lightweight title.