Frank da Silva Castro withdraws from Dana White’s Contender Series due to visa issues

Sherdog • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 3:31 AM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Frank da Silva Castro withdraws from Dana White’s Contender Series due to visa issues

Summary

Undefeated bantamweight Frank da Silva Castro has withdrawn from his scheduled Dana White’s Contender Series bout on September 8 at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. The fighter was set to face Colton Loud in Week 5 of the 2026 series but was forced out of the matchup due to visa complications. This marks the second time Castro has been removed from a planned appearance on the promotional circuit; he previously withdrew from a 2025 bout against An Tuan Ho. Christian Natvidad has been named as the replacement opponent for Colton Loud. The 22-year-old Castro holds an 8-0-1 professional record and will likely return to the regional circuit to continue his career while addressing his travel documentation status.

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By the Numbers

•Frank da Silva Castro withdrew from his September 8 DWCS bout against Colton Loud.
•Visa issues forced the undefeated bantamweight out of the Week 5 contest.
•Christian Natvidad replaces Castro on the upcoming card at the Meta Apex.
•Castro previously withdrew from a scheduled DWCS fight in 2025.
•The 22-year-old Brazilian holds an 8-0-1 professional record.

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Frank da Silva Castro’s luck has seemingly deserted him, as a second chance on Dana White’s Contender Series has now fallen apart.
— Sherdogby sayannag88@gmail.com (Sayan Nag)

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