Curtis Blaydes sustained a broken orbital bone and broken nose during his bout at UFC 327, according to medical reports. The heavyweight fighter was released from the hospital in Miami following treatment and will return to his home in Colorado to continue his recovery. The injuries highlight the significant damage absorbed during his fight against Josh Hewitt. Blaydes had earlier posted photos on social media showing the visible facial damage from the contest. The medical suspensions and recovery timeline for these injuries could keep the heavyweight contender out of action for several months.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
