Kevin Holland withdraws from UFC Oklahoma City due to injury

Kevin Holland has pulled out of his welterweight bout against Jacobe Smith at UFC Fight Night 281, scheduled for July 18 in Oklahoma City, due to an undisclosed injury. The UFC is currently looking for a replacement fighter for the match. Holland, a notable presence in the octagon since 2018, aims to increase his fight count, having recently defeated Randy Brown by unanimous decision. Smith, undefeated in his MMA career, has three finishes in his first three UFC bouts, with victories over notable opponents. The updated lineup for UFC Oklahoma City includes a fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman.

• 12:38 AMYahoo Sports — UFC Oklahoma City loses Kevin Holland from lineup