Raphael Assuncao has now been removed from UFC Fight Night 102 after his opponent, Alajamin Sterling, was forced out with an injury.
MMA Fighting confirmed that the Brazilian will not compete next month when the Octagon sets up shop in Albany.
Assuncao (23-5) suffered a decision loss to former division champion T.J. Dillashaw in July, snapping his seven-fight win streak.
UFC Fight Night 102 – which airs entirely on UFC Fight Pass – features Derrick Lewis vs. Shamil Abdurahimov.