UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis could face a medical suspension for as long as six months following his UFC 181 defense against Gilbert Melendez . The Nevada Athletic Commission released their medical suspensions report on Monday. According to the report, Pettis must have his left hand x-rayed. If images are positive, the 155-pound champ will require no contact until June 6, 2015 or get clearance from a doctor to compete earlier. Following a split-decision loss to Robbie Lawler in the main event, now-former welterweight champion Johny Hendricks faces a one-month suspension. Hendricks is to have no contact until Dec
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UFC 181 Medical Suspensions: Anthony Pettis Could Be Out Up to Six Months – MMA Weekly