Joe Pyfer Withdraws From UFC Mexico City Fight With Kelvin Gastelum Due to Illness

The cancellation disrupts the event lineup as UFC officials explore rescheduling the anticipated middleweight bout.

Joe Pyfer officially withdrew from his scheduled fight with Kelvin Gastelum at UFC Mexico City due to illness, confirmed via his social media accounts.
Pyfer attributed his illness to traveling outside his home state, expressing regret and hope for a future rescheduling of the fight.
The UFC adjusted the event lineup, elevating Edgar Chairez vs. C.J. Vergara to the main card and José Daniel Medina vs. Ateba Gautier to the featured prelim.
Discussions are ongoing about rescheduling the Gastelum-Pyfer fight for a future card, potentially within the next 60 days, though no official announcement has been made.
Despite the setback, UFC Mexico City retains a strong headliner with Brandon Moreno facing Steve Erceg in a flyweight clash with significant divisional stakes.