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**Summary:**

Justin Tafa has withdrawn from his heavyweight bout against Jhonata Diniz at UFC 317, scheduled for June 28th as part of International Fight Week in Las Vegas. Tafa’s withdrawal is a late blow to the pay-per-view portion of the event. Undefeated newcomer Alvin Hines has stepped in to replace Tafa and face Diniz. The main event of UFC 317 remains Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title. The Tafa/Diniz fight was scheduled to open the PPV card, and the UFC might change what fight opens the PPV card.

**News Article:**

**UFC 317 Card Shuffled: Justin Tafa Out, Alvin Hines Steps In**

**Las Vegas, NV** – A late change has hit the UFC 317 card, set to take place as part of International Fight Week on June 28th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Heavyweight contender Justin Tafa has withdrawn from his scheduled bout against Jhonata Diniz.

Tafa, coming off a quick knockout loss to Tallison Teixeira in February, was slated to open the pay-per-view portion of the event with a highly anticipated clash against Diniz, known for his knockout power.

However, the UFC has moved quickly to secure a replacement. Undefeated newcomer Alvin “Goozie” Hines (7-0), will now face Diniz. Hines, previously fighting under the LFA banner, is known for his finishing ability, with six of his seven wins coming inside the distance.

This change potentially shifts the dynamic of the UFC 317 main card, which is still headlined by a highly anticipated battle between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title. It remains to be seen whether the UFC will choose to change what fight opens the pay-per-view portion of the event. The rest of the lineup remains intact.

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