Injury Docks Semerzier From WEC 48

Mackens Semerzier publicly stated on his Facebook Fan Page that he has withdrawn from his bout at WEC 48 on Wednesday due to injury.

Semerzier (5-1) was set to do battle with Anthony Morrison (15-8) at WEC’s pay-per-view debut effort in Sacramento, Calif., on April 24. The native of Miami, Fla., did not disclose the nature of his injury.

“This is not the first time I have been hurt durining [sic] training camp,” said Mackens on Facebook. “But it's the first time it's been bad enough that I couldn't train at all. I will not be fighting at WEC48 due to injury. Sorry ppl but "it's on to the next one." I have a new appreciation for my health. I'll be better soon and hopefuly [sic] looking forward...”

MMAJunkie.com is reporting that they have confirmed Semerzier’s withdraw from the card with WEC officials. A replacement search is underway.

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