Rafaello Oliveira scratched from UFC on FX 1 with hand injury

A lingering hand injury has forced Rafaello Oliveira out of next month's UFC on FX 1 event.

Oliveira today announced his withdrawal via Twitter, though he didn't disclose details about the injury.

UFC officials now will search for a replacement for Oliveira, who was slated to fight promotional newcomer and fellow lightweight Reza Madadi at the show.

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