Chris Barnett signs with PowerSlap after UFC release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Chris Barnett has officially joined PowerSlap, becoming the first male UFC fighter to cross over to the slapping competition. The announcement was made via Instagram on August 26. Barnett, 40, has not fought since his UFC exit in 2025, where he recorded a 2-4 record during his tenure. The details of his debut in PowerSlap are currently unknown.
- •Barnett signed a deal with PowerSlap on August 26.
- •He is the first male UFC fighter to join the promotion.
- •Barnett's last UFC fight was in 2025.
- •He has a career record of 21-6 in regional circuits.
- •No information about his PowerSlap debut has been announced.
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-UFC heavyweight signs with PowerSlap
"Ex-UFC heavyweight Chris Barnett is taking his talents to PowerSlap.
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