Sean Brady Details Staph Infection That Led to UFC Vegas 124 Withdrawal

Sean Brady was slated to headline the November 7 event at the META APEX before being sidelined by a medical emergency. The 33-year-old explained on his podcast that his knee began to swell significantly after a stationary bike workout, leading to hospitalization. Medical staff confirmed the presence of a staph infection, requiring him to undergo IV antibiotic treatment and a drainage procedure.

To illustrate the severity of the condition, Brady shared images of the fluid extracted from his knee on social media. The post prompted well-wishes from fellow fighters including Alexander Volkanovski and Brendan Allen. Following the withdrawal, the UFC elevated the heavyweight contest between Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Johnny Walker to the main event slot. There is currently no word on whether the Brady-Bonfim matchup will be rescheduled.