
Mokaev Accuses UFC of Sabotaging Basharat's Career After Release
Former UFC bantamweight Muhammad Mokaev publicly criticized the organization and CEO Dana White for allegedly damaging the reputation of released fighter Farid Basharat. Mokaev, who was also released by the UFC in 2024 despite being undefeated, argued that the promotion should not create negative narratives about fighters they cut, as it hinders their ability to secure contracts elsewhere. This follows Basharat's departure in July 2026 after a 7-0 run in the promotion, which White attributed to off-cage issues rather than performance.





