The UFC has officially released light heavyweights William Knight and Jordan Wright following their recent fights at UFC Vegas 69. After fulfilling their contracts with the promotion, both fighters are no longer part of the UFC roster.
William Knight’s departure comes after a disappointing performance against Marcin Prachnio, which drew criticism for his lack of offense. Despite the entire fight being fought on the feet, Knight only landed eight strikes throughout the match. Knight has a record of 3-4 overall in the UFC and has won twice on Dana White’s Contender Series, but his loss to Prachnio was his third consecutive defeat in the UFC.
Jordan Wright also suffered a loss at UFC Vegas 69, his fourth consecutive defeat under the UFC banner. He was defeated by Zac Pauga in the co-main event of the night. Wright’s contract with the promotion has also been fulfilled, according to officials.
The release of these two fighters is not surprising, as their recent performances have not met the UFC’s standards. The promotion is known for its high level of competition and expects its fighters to constantly perform at their best. Fans can expect new additions to the UFC roster in the coming months, as the promotion is always on the lookout for the next big thing in the sport.