With Ashkan Mokhtarian out due to concussion-like symptoms , Elias Garcia will now face Kai Kara France on short notice at UFC Fight Night 142. Mokhtarian (13-3 MMA, 0-2 UFC) withdrew from the card this week, and after a short search, Garcia (6-1 MMA, 0-1 UFC) has agreed to step in against France (17-7 MMA, 0-0 UFC) on the December card in Australia. Garcia confirmed the change on social media following an initial report from FloCombat.com (via Instagram ): It’s official I’m heading to Australia next week to fight Kai Kara France at UFC Adelaide! UFC Fight Night 142 takes place Dec. 1 at Adelaide Entertainment Center in Adelaide, Australia. The event is expected to air on FS1 following early prelims on UFC Fight Pass. With just one UFC appearance, Garcia was concerned he would be one of the names on the chopping block with the looming reported end to the 125-pound division.
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Elias Garcia steps in vs. Kai Kara France at UFC Fight Night 142 in Adelaide – MMA Junkie