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Morning Report: Cain Velasquez explains his use of CBD to curb pain ahead of UFC 207 fight with Fabricio Werdum

The Diaz brothers might have a new friend at American Kickboxing Academy.

In eight days, Cain Velasquez will rematch Fabricio Werdum at UFC 207 with the next heavyweight title shot on the line. But the fact that that's even still scheduled is a minor miracle considering the severe pain Velasquez finds himself in. Velasquez is suffering pain caused by a sciatic nerve issue in his right leg that prevents him from being able to stand for long periods of time. In a recent interview with ESPN, Velasquez discussed the problem and how it's affecting him.