Strikeforce lightweight champion Josh Thompson, has been forced out of his title defence fight against Gilbert Melendez at Strikeforce “Shamrock vs. Diaz” on April 12, due to a broken leg. Strikeforce has yet to announce a replacement for Thomson.
“I was sparring hard and I broke my leg, above my ankle, during an exchange …. I’m very upset. All the hard work was done and it was time to fight …. I was looking forward to putting on a great show for the fans. All I can say is that I’ll be back when I get healthy.†[Press Release]
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that really sucks, i hope they find a repalcement because i would still like to see gilbert on the card, i hope josh is not out a long time.
no no that sucks
jorge g rich franklins fuck buddy should fight gilbert