Michael Chiesa Scratched From UFC Fight Night 91

Michael Chiesa will not face Tony Ferguson at UFC Fight Night 91. MMAjunkie has confirmed that Chiesa has been forced out due to back problems and that a replacement opponent for Ferguson is being sought.

Chiesa announced the injury on Facebook, posting:

To my family, friends and fans. As reported below, a back injury has forced me out of my scheduled fight for July 13th against Tony Ferguson. During a routine training session, I felt a pop and shift in my lower back followed by very very sharp pains that left me on the floor.

I found out today I have a fully ruptured disk, I will undergo 8 weeks of physical therapy and rehab to hopefully avoid having to go under the knife and get back surgery. Thanks to everyone that supports me, my teammates and coaches, the city of Spokane and all my fans around the world. I’ll be back stronger. – Mav

UFC Fight Night 91 takes place on July 13th in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The main card airs on FOX Sports 1 following prelims on FOX Sport 1 and UFC Fight Pass.