Viviane Araujo is out of the UFC 270 due to an injury

Brazilian UFC fighter Viviane Araujo is out of her upcoming fight later this month. She had to fight versus Alexa Grasso in the flyweight category but suffered an injury. Their fight was scheduled for UFC 270 on January 22 in California.

Viviane Araujo is a Brazilian mixed martial artist. She was the former Pancrase strawweight champion and currently competes in the flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As of December 20, 2021, she is #6 in the UFC women’s flyweight rankings. Her personal MMA record is 10-3-0 (W-L-D). In the UFC, she managed to win 4 of her 6 fights under their banner. Her last fight was versus Katlyn Chookagian on May 15, 2021, losing by unanimous decision.

Alexa Grasso is a Mexican mixed martial artist who competes in the flyweight division. She is currently signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As of November 16, 2021, she is #11 in the UFC women’s flyweight rankings. Her personal MMA record is 13-3-0 (W-L-D). Her last fight was versus Maycee Barber on February 13, 2021, winning by unanimous decision.

A new rival for Alexa Grasso will probably be sought.