Vitor Belfort is one of five fighters that is facing a potential six months on the sidelines following UFC 187, according to medical suspensions released by the Nevada Athletic Commission on Tuesday.
“The Phenom” fell to Chris Weidman via technical knockout in the opening round of their co-main event contest at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas this past Saturday, as a barrage of ground-and-pound brought his night to a close 2:53 into the frame. Belfort must have his shoulder cleared by a doctor or he cannot compete for 180 days.