The recent blow of losing welterweight champion Rousimar Palhares ’ first title defense for its July 5 fight card ended up not being all that severe for World Series of Fighting after the promotion was able to sign Jon Fitch vs. Jake Shields in its stead. Palhares was originally slated to defend his belt against Fitch in the WSOF 11 headliner, but withdrew from the fight due to his mother’s ill health and her need for surgery. A lightweight title tilt between current champion Justin Gaethje and challenger Nick Newell is the new main event, while Fitch vs
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Jon Fitch vs. Jake Shields Confirmed as WSOF 11 Co-Main Event – MMA Weekly