UFC releases lightweight veteran Thiago Moises, ending his 16-fight stint with the promotion, according to both Yahoo Sports and Forbes. The releases are described as quiet, with no indication of a public farewell or immediate replacement booking.
Both outlets note that Moises is among a very small group of fighters who have succeeded in taking Islam Makhachev down in the UFC. The reports state that he is one of only two fighters to have achieved that feat against Makhachev in UFC competition. The coverage focuses on Moises’ departure and his standing in UFC statistics rather than providing specific details about the final match or the timing of the contract end.
Overall, the two sources align on the same core points: Moises is cut by the UFC, he has completed a 16-fight run with the organization, and he holds a notable mark for having taken Makhachev down in the promotion. No additional conflicting details are raised between the outlets.
