Neil Grove Out of Fight with Oli Thompson at UCFC 6

Neil Grove Out of Fight with Oli Thompson at UCFC 6
by Chris Houten - @Mrhouts

THE UCFC has confirmed that Neil Grove has pulled out of his fight with Oli Thompson in a UCFC heavyweight bout on the show held on Saturday (27th) at the Keepmoat Stadium, Doncaster.

A UCFC spokesman said: “It is with regret that the UCFC can confirm that Neil Grove has pulled out of his fight against Oli Thompson in their pro heavyweight bout. The UCFC is saddened Neil will not be appearing as his bout with Oli [the fight] would have been a crowd pleaser. Oli’s management team have already been informed of Neil’s decision.”

UCFC 6 is being headlined by UK MMA legend Ian “The Machine” Freeman and former UFC champion Ricco Rodriguez with form Bamma champion Jack Marshman, Paul Taylor, Darren “Powerhouse” Towler, Scott Askham as well as Zi Shah, Craig Burke, and Khaled “Ammo” Radman also on the card.

Adding a twist the the usual fight night, UCFC 6 will also feature a live pa by chart topping rapper Professor Green, as well as Jay Mya and the Educates and Sam Wright.

“There are still tickets available of the fight event of the year and if you are a fight fan then this is one show not to be missed." added a UCFC spokesman. “Good luck to all the fighters taking part in this talented fight card.”

Tickets for UCFC 6 are still available from £25 student concessions, £35 normal standard, £50 premier standard as well as cageside Olympic at £120. Call 0844 324 5590 or visit www.ucfc.tv or www.keepmoatstadium.com to purchase.