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Paige VanZant Withdraws from Title Fight Due to Injury

6/4/2025

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Paige VanZant has pulled out of her highly anticipated rematch against Mikael Michelle Brown for the women’s Power Slap title, facing a serious neck injury—a spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma. Fearing potential paralysis, she remains hopeful for recovery, but the mysterious nature of her injury raises urgent concerns about safety in the sport.

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Paige VanZant has pulled out of her highly anticipated rematch against Mikael Michelle Brown for the women’s Power Slap title, facing a serious neck injury—a spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma. Fearing potential paralysis, she remains hopeful for recovery, but the mysterious nature of her injury raises urgent concerns about safety in the sport.