Azamat Bekoev Withdraws from UFC Vegas 123
The 30-year-old fighter withdrew following a medical emergency that required hospitalization.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
Azamat Bekoev has officially withdrawn from his scheduled bout at UFC Vegas 123 after suffering an anaphylactic reaction. The incident occurred inside a CVS store, where the fighter lost consciousness before being transported to a hospital by ambulance.
Why it matters
The sudden health crisis forces a significant change to the UFC Vegas 123 fight card in Las Vegas, as Andre Petroski will no longer compete at the event. This cancellation impacts the scheduled matchups at the Meta Apex, leaving Petroski without an opponent for this specific date.
Azamat Bekoev holds a 20-5 professional MMA record, while his scheduled opponent Andre Petroski maintains a 13-6 professional record. Petroski is now set to face Mantas Kondratavicius, who holds a professional record of 9-1.
The players
Azamat Bekoev
He is a professional mixed martial artist currently holding a 20-5 career record.
Andre Petroski
He is a professional fighter with a career record of 13-6.
Mantas Kondratavicius
He is a professional fighter with a 9-1 career record who is stepping in to face Petroski.
The details
Bekoev's withdrawal was prompted by a medical emergency that occurred after he collapsed in a pharmacy. Following the cancellation, Andre Petroski has been removed from the UFC Vegas 123 card but is confirmed to fight Mantas Kondratavicius at the subsequent event.
Timeline
October 31, 2026, is the scheduled date for the UFC Vegas 123 event.
November 7, 2026, is the scheduled date for the UFC Vegas 124 event.
Season Trajectory
The sudden removal of Bekoev forces a shuffle in the upcoming event schedule, impacting the organization of the fight night lineup. This adjustment alters the direct path for Petroski, who shifts his focus from the current event card to the subsequent matchup on November 7.
Andre Petroski will not fight a replacement at UFC Vegas 123, removing his match from the betting board for that evening. He is now confirmed to face Mantas Kondratavicius at UFC Vegas 124.
The takeaway
Sudden health emergencies can instantly disrupt professional sports schedules, forcing organizations to rebook matchups on short notice. Fans should always check official event updates, as medical incidents often lead to sudden changes in fight card lineups.
Further reading
For more on the current fight card, visit the Mixed Martial Arts section.
