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Mackens Semerzier publicly stated on his Facebook Fan Page that he has withdrawn from his bout at WEC 48 on Wednesday due to injury.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