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Farid Basharat released from UFC after contract expiration

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Farid Basharat released from UFC after contract expiration

Summary

Farid Basharat, a top UFC Bantamweight contender, has been released from the roster after completing his contract, as reported by MMA Fighting. Basharat was 17-0 in his professional career, with seven victories in the UFC, and ranked No. 9 in the Bantamweight division. His release follows a trend of the UFC making significant roster changes, particularly after the recent end of the fall season of Contender Series. Despite his talent and high work rate, Basharat's record featured only one stoppage victory, which might have influenced the decision.

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By the Numbers

•Basharat held a 17-0 record, with seven UFC wins.
•He fought at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026.
•Basharat was released shortly after the Contender Series.
•His brother was also released from the UFC last year.

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Top-ranked UFC Bantamweight contender Farid Basharat has been released from the UFC roster after fighting out his UFC contract. That’s according to a report from MMA Fighting, who reports the “Ferocious” Afghan fighter has been handed his walking papers less than a year after his brother was also unceremoniously released with a positive record. In […]
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