Ultimate Fighting Championship roster decisions, not the CEO
Dana White.
The UFC has been criticized for refusing to renew contracts with fighters on winning streaks. Mokaev, who left the promotion under similar circumstances, believes that his parent company and show partner are responsible for the recent departures.
Muhammad Mokaev rejected Dana White’s explanation for Farid Basharat’s departure from the UFC
Mokaev left the UFC more than two years ago. Lately
Michael Page and Farid Basharat despite promotional records of 5-1 and 7-0, respectively, they were not offered new deals. White’s comments about Basharat’s departure prompted Mokaev to respond.
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UFC Edmonton In the post-fight press conference, White suggested that difficulties with matchmakers or rejection of fights could explain why the undefeated fighter was not re-signed, without identifying a specific incident involving Basharat. Mokaev rejected this explanation and instead blamed TKO and Paramount.
“They can’t give a reason. The only thing they have to say is that the matchmakers can’t handle her.” Complete bullsh*t answer. However, I don’t blame Dana, but Paramount and TKO,” Mokaev wrote on X.
Mokaev ended his UFC contract with the win Manel Cape
In July 2024, improving to 7-0 with the promotion before refusing to re-sign his contract. White cited behind-the-scenes issues at the time, while Mokaev said matchmakers had warned him about his difficult style.
They can’t give a reason The only thing they have to say is “The matchmakers can’t deal with her” Complete brutal response Still, I don’t blame Dana, I blame the ultimate and tko
— Muhammad Mokaev (@muhammadmokaev)
October 18, 2026