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#3-ranked UFC lightweight Khabib Nurmagomedov (22-0-0) is out of the TUF 22 Finale while #6-ranked Brazilian Edson Barbosa (16-3-0) is in as his replacement.

The UFC made the announcement today, which ensures #8-ranked TUF winner Tony Ferguson (20-3-0) a quality fight.

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Nurmagomedov explained his rib injury on his Instagram page.

Хочу извиниться перед моими болельщиками, я сломал ребро и опять выбыл с боя, я очень хотел… https://t.co/L2yLBlH8Wq

— khabib nurmagomedov (@TeamKhabib) October 30, 2015

This should prove to be an exciting battle as both fighters love to showcase their striking skills.

Shit happens… #HealUpKhabib @UFC #TUF22Finale #TonyFergusonMMA #OGElCucuy #OnePissedoffMexican… https://t.co/hEHXjGsr7S

— Tony Ferguson (@TonyFergusonXT) October 30, 2015

I'm ready, was getting more ready & Going to be more ready for whoever. Keep your head up @TeamKhabib shit happens bro #HealUpKhabib #Cucuy

— Tony Ferguson (@TonyFergusonXT) October 30, 2015

#TUF22Finale New opponent @TonyFergusonXT #ElCucuy VS @EdsonBarbozaJR | Dec 11 2015 #LasVegas @CosmoNightlife CoMain pic.twitter.com/iLYBchJNWj

— Tony Ferguson (@TonyFergusonXT) October 31, 2015

The TUF 22 Finale takes place December 11th in Las Vegas. Frankie Edgar takes on Chad Mendes in the main event.

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