Lightweight contender James Krause has withdrawn from “The Ultimate Fighter 23” Finale, according to a Monday report from MMAJunkie.com.
Krause was supposed to lock horns with Ross Pearson, whom the UFC is reportedly hoping to keep on the card against a new opponent.
There has been no official announcement regarding Krause’s removal nor the nature of his withdrawal from the card.
UFC’s “TUF 23” Finale will go down July 8 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The event is anchored by UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk defending her belt against rival “TUF 23” coach Claudia Gadelha.