The UFC’s return to Saudi Arabia has lost another fight. Six days prior to UFC Fight Night 250 , Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady announced his lightweight prelim bout is off due to a withdrawal by opponent Bolaji Oki . The event takes place Saturday at ANB Arena in Riyadh. Al-Selwady (15-4 MMA, 0-1 UFC) announced the news on an Instagram story Monday and indicated there will be no replacement opponent. Bolaji (9-2 MMA, 1-1 UFC) has yet to comment publicly on the withdrawal.
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