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Sherdog is reporting that Melvin Guillard, who was pulled off the UFC 90 card last week, has been arrested due to a violation of his probation relating to a 2007 drug charge. According to the report Guillard is currently in custody at the Harris County Jail in Houston, Texas. He is set to be released to [...]

After Melvins Guillards sudden replacement by Shannon Gugerty to face Spencer Fisher at UFC 90, questions arose to the reason for the quick replacement. According to Sherdog, Melvin Guillard was arrested on Sept. 13th in Houston for apparently violating his probation on 2007 drug charges.

The 25-year-old New Orleans native is in custody at the Harris County jail in Houston, the deputy said last Thursday, and will be released to a drug treatment facility as soon as space becomes available per the terms of his recently amended probation.

Details of the violation were not readily available.

Guillard was suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission for testing positive for cocaine following his disappointing loss to Joe ‘Daddy’ Stevenson at UFC Fight Night 9 back in 2007.

Following a rash of loses in the CAGE this setback doesn’t help Guillards chances of staying on the UFC’s payroll.

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We now know the reason Melvin Guillard was replaced by Shannon Gugerty to take on Spencer Fisher at UFC 90: “Silva vs. Cote” at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Ill., on October 25:

He was in jail … and possibly still is.

Sherdog.com reports that the “Young Assassin” was arrested in Houston, Texas, on August 13 for violating probation on a 2007 drug charge. Precise details of the violation that led to the arrest were not included in the report.

The star-crossed former contestant on The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) “will be released to a drug treatment facility as soon as space becomes available per the terms of his recently amended probation.”

This is certainly more bad news for the 25-year-old talented Louisiana native. And this comes on the heels of his destruction of Denis Siver at UFC 86: “Jackson vs. Griffin” back in July — his return fight after being released by the UFC for, among other things, his relationship with illegal drugs.

In fact, Guillard tested positive for cocaine after his loss to Joe Stevenson at UFC Fight Night 9 in Las Vegas, Nevada, in April 2007. He was fined and suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) for the transgression.

Stevenson went on to fight BJ Penn for the world title. Guillard, on the other hand, sat on the sidelines and returned to fight nemesis Rich Clementi. He lost that fight and was cut from his contract, which many believed was his last chance.

But UFC President Dana White and the promotion invited him back, and then after the win over Siver, set him up with a very good opportunity against Fisher. Guillard, however, blew the chance, proving once again that he is his own worst enemy.

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According to MMAJunkie, Shannon Gugerty (11-2) will likely replace Melvin Guillard and face Spencer Fisher (21-4) At UFC 90 on Oct. 25 from the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois.

Gugerty’s Team confirmed the bout, but it is still unclear to the reason why Guillard was replaced.

Gugerty made a successful UFC debut at UFC Fight Night “Silva vs. Irvin” by submitting Dale Hartt in the first round.

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A previously announced lightweight bout between Melvin Guillard and Spencer Fisher scheduled to take place at UFC 90 on Oct. 25 in Rosemont, Ill. at the Allstate Arena is no longer slated, according to UFC.com. The reason for Guillard’s removal from the card is not yet known and the UFC has yet to officially name a [...]

Sherdog is reporting, Hermes Franca has confirmed he will fight American Top Team’s Gleison Tibau at UFC 90 on Oct. 25 from the Allstate Arena in Chicago, IL.

Franca:

“It was just great to be back in the UFC….It was a crazy year. I fought against a tough opponent, and I thought I did well. I have no excuses.”

“Gleison’s a friend of mine….I just saw him last week. We shook hands, and I wished him luck.”

MMAWeekly is reporting, Melvin Guillard will take on Miletich trained fighter Spencer Fisher at UFC 90.

Pat Miletich:

“Spencer has no reason to fight that guy….I don’t think Melvin’s earned the right to fight him yet. I think Spencer should be fighting somebody where he’s got something to gain.”

“Spencer obviously would be the favored guy….Melvin’s a dangerous kid, but I don’t think Melvin’s a polished fighter at Spencer’s level.”

Also rumored its the lightweight superfight between Sean Sherk and Tyson Griffin.

For the latest on UFC 90 “Silva vs. Cote”, check out our UFC Rumors section.

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Lightweight brawlers Spencer Fisher (21-4) and Melvin Guillard (21-7-2) could throw leather at UFC 90: “Silva vs. Cote” at the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Ill., on October 25.

“The King” reportedly made the announcement over the weekend at the International Mixed Martial Arts Convention (IMMAE) at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in Long Beach, Calif.; however, no bout agreements have been signed at this time.

Fisher is fresh off a unanimous decision win over Jeremy Stephens at The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 7 Finale in June. The Miletich Fighting Systems veteran has won two of his last four bouts, including a rematch against Sam Stout at UFC Fight Night 10 more than one year ago.

He is a former 155-pound contender. And he’ll need to put together back-to-back wins to prove that he still belongs among the division’s elite.

Guillard made a triumphant return to the Octagon at UFC 86: “Jackson vs. Griffin” last month, needing just 36 seconds to take out Dennis Siver. “The Young Assassin” has tremendous potential; however, personal situations outsides the cage have affected his performance inside it.

He, too, has something to prove in the match up, making it a rather intriguing bout. Fisher clearly has the all around edge, but Guillard could score an upset here.

It all more than likely depends on which Guillard shows up.

To check out the latest UFC 90 card and fight rumors click here.

(Thanks to MMAmania.com reader “Chris” for the assist.)

A lightweight bout between Melvin Guillard and Spencer Fisher is in the process of being finalized for UFC 90 on Oct. 25, according to a report on MMAWeekly.com. The report indicates that both fighters have been sent bout agreements that are expected to be signed in the coming days. Fisher’s trainer, Pat Miletich, isn’t exactly pleased about [...]

One of the most impressive performances at the last UFC show was from Melvin Guillard. Trying to erase the memory of a submission loss in the grudge match with Rich Clementi, Guillard blitzed through Dennis Siver - scoring a TKO victory in just 36 seconds. Guillard does not want to waste much time getting back in [...]

The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) today issued the results of the drug tests performed prior to UFC 86: “Jackson vs. Griffin” at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on July 5, revealing that all eight fighters who were screened for banned substances tested negative.

Forrest Griffin, Quinton Jackson, Melvin Guillard, Justin Buchholtz, Cole Miller, Gabriel Gonzaga, Joe Stevenson and Patrick Cote were all among the fighters who were randomly selected to provide samples before their fights.

The tests are designed to deter fighters from ingesting performance enhancing drugs such as steroids and stimulants, as well drugs of abuse like marijuana, heroin, etc.

NSAC has adopted a new year-round drug-testing policy, which is perhaps the strictest of its kind in the sport.

In fact, the NSAC also tested Griffin and Jackson weeks out from the pay-per-view (PPV) event to ensure that fighters don’t “cycle” off of substances prior to their tests.

The tests were random — there was no other reason the fighters mentioned above were singled out.

However, Guillard has tested positive for cocaine in the past and Keith Kizer, NSAC executive director, has mentioned that previous failed tests will be a factor (among others) when it comes to deciding if a fighter should or should not be tested.

For complete UFC 86 coverage click here.