Pakistan, May 20 -- UFC light heavyweight Paul Craig has spoken publicly for the first time following the unexpected cancellation of his fight against Rodolfo Bellato at UFC Vegas 106. The co-main event was called off just moments before the fighters were set to enter the octagon, leaving fans and fighters stunned.

The match was cancelled due to a last-minute medical issue with Bellato. Initially, no further details were provided, but the Brazilian fighter later disclosed on social media that a skin infection - identified as herpes - was the reason for his withdrawal.

Craig, a fan favourite from Scotland, was already backstage warming up when he received the news. Craig talked about the bizarre and disheartening experience on Monday in ...