{
  "id": 14536994,
  "title": "Undefeated fighter removed from UFC roster despite 7-0 octagon run",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/undefeated-fighter-removed-from-ufc-roster-despite-7-0-octagon-run",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-14T21:04:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/undefeated-fighter-removed-ufc-roster-210405951.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Undefeated fighter Farid Basharat has been removed from the UFC roster, despite an impressive 7-0 run in the octagon. The top-ranked bantamweight, who turned 29 in 2023, completed his contract with the organization in July after securing a victory over John Garza. Basharat's winning streak had reached 20 bouts by then, showcasing his remarkable talent. Notable victories include wins over Jean Matsumoto, Chris Gutierrez, and Taylor Lapilus. However, the UFC did not offer Basharat a new contract following his 20-bout winning streak. The 16-0 fighter is now free to compete for any other promotion, though the UFC may potentially re-sign him in the future. Basharat's older brother, Javid, was also let go by the UFC after achieving a victory and has since joined the Professional Fighters League (PFL).",
  "summary": "Farid Basharat wasn’t offered a new UFC deal",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}