Smith Faces Harrell After Ko Pulls Out with Rib Injury

Unbeaten welterweight Jacobe Smith now faces Josiah Harrell at UFC Houston this Saturday after original opponent Seok Hyeon Ko withdrew due to a rib injury. Smith (11-0), seeking his third UFC win, takes the change seriously despite it favoring him, emphasizing every opponent is the best in the world. A former NJCAA champion and NCAA All-American wrestler, Smith fights to break family curses from ghetto upbringing, providing opportunities beyond government aid. This reshuffle tests Smith's focus in Houston's stacked welterweight division. Expect Smith to push for victory to climb rankings.