The legendary MMA fighters were recently among another group of employees laid off by new owners, WME-IMG, MMA Fighting has confirmed. According to multiple sources, approximately 10-15 employees were let go this week.
None more famous than Liddell and Hughes, though.
Liddell, considered one of the greatest light-heavyweight champions ever, retired from the sport in 2010 following his third-straight knockout loss. He was subsequently named UFC executive vice president of business development.
In addition to being one of the greatest fighters to ever compete in the UFC, Liddell is a long-time personal friend of UFC president Dana White.