Jan Blachowicz has withdrawn from his scheduled fight against Guskov at UFC 328 on May 9 due to a torn meniscus. The injury has forced the cancellation of the bout entirely. No information about a potential replacement opponent or rescheduled date was provided in the announcement. This represents a setback for both fighters and the UFC 328 card. Details about the severity of Blachowicz's injury or expected recovery timeline were not included in the post.
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz has been forced out of his scheduled clash with Guskov at UFC 328 on May 9, after sustaining a torn meniscus that has resulted in the bout being cancelled entirely.
Blachowicz, 43, holds a professional record of 29-11-2 and is currently ranked fifth in the light heavyweight division. The Polish veteran trains out of WCA Fight Team and brings considerable experience to any matchup, standing six-foot-two with a 78-inch reach. Fighting out of an orthodox stance, he averages 3.44 significant strikes landed per minute at a 49 percent striking accuracy rate, and also contributes on the ground with 1.03 takedowns per 15 minutes.
No details regarding the severity of the injury or an expected recovery timeline were included in the announcement. It also remains unclear whether the UFC will seek a replacement opponent for Guskov or reschedule the matchup at a later date.
Why it matters
- Blachowicz's absence removes a ranked light heavyweight from the UFC 328 card, leaving a notable gap in the event's lineup.
- As the fifth-ranked contender at 185 pounds above middleweight, Blachowicz's availability has direct implications for the shape of the light heavyweight title picture.
- Guskov loses a high-profile opportunity with no confirmed path forward at this stage.
The cancellation is a setback for both fighters. Blachowicz, already competing deep into his career at 43, faces the additional challenge of recovering from a significant knee injury before returning to action.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
