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UFC 191 Medical Suspensions: Arlovski, Mir Among Five Fighters Facing 6 Months

Both Andrei Arlovski and Frank Mir could be out for a while. | Dave Mandel/Sherdog.com

Heavyweight co-headliners Andrei Arlovski and Frank Mir top of a list of five fighters from UFC 191 who are facing potential six-month suspensions following Saturday’s event.

The Nevada Athletic Commission on Tuesday released a list of medical suspensions from UFC 191. Arlovski, who defeated Mir via unanimous decision to earn his fourth straight UFC triumph, must have his right hand cleared by an orthopedic doctor or he will be sidelined until March 5. Mir, meanwhile, must also have his right hand examined and cleared before he can return to action.