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UFC Fighter Maycee Barber Hospitalized, Fight Canceled

6/3/2025

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Maycee Barber, a UFC fighter, was hospitalized due to seizures caused by extreme weight cutting, forcing her to withdraw from an upcoming fight. Her opponent, Erin Blanchfield, voiced her disappointment and opted to pursue other top contenders instead of rescheduling. Meanwhile, an outpouring of prayers and support has been directed towards Barber for a swift recovery.

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Story summary

Maycee Barber, a UFC fighter, was hospitalized due to seizures caused by extreme weight cutting, forcing her to withdraw from an upcoming fight. Her opponent, Erin Blanchfield, voiced her disappointment and opted to pursue other top contenders instead of rescheduling. Meanwhile, an outpouring of prayers and support has been directed towards Barber for a swift recovery.