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UFC releases five fighters in latest roster trim
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The Ultimate Fighting Championship has cut five fighters from its roster on March 11, 2026, continuing efforts to manage its mixed martial arts talent pool. The released fighters include Kris Moutinho, Phil Rowe, Gavin Tucker, Erik Silva, and AJ Cunningham, several of whom recently competed at UFC Mexico City. This move follows the promotion's recent events, including UFC 326.
As fallout from Jon Jones' request for a UFC contract release intensifies following his exclusion from the June 14 White House card, supporters including Daniel Cormier and Francis Ngannou have voiced sympathy, while Ronda Rousey and Tom Aspinall highlight broader fighter discontent with UFC pay and contracts.
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UFC fighters Michael "Venom" Page and Max Holloway have voiced frustration over fighter compensation following Zuffa Boxing's reported $15 million deal with boxer Conor Benn. Page highlighted the disparity by referencing former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou's financial struggles, while Holloway urged fighters to unite for better pay under the new broadcasting agreement. The signing has reignited debates on UFC pay structures amid increased bonuses from the $7.7 billion Paramount+ deal.