Roman Bogatov’s stint in the UFC is over after only one fight.
The Russian was released from his contract following a loss to Leonardo Santos at UFC 251 in July. Promotion officials confirmed the news to MMA Fighting on Monday following an initial report from TASS in Russia.
Bogatov’s short career with the UFC came to an end after he engaged in one of the most foul-filled fights in recent memory.
He was cautioned after a pair of illegal knee strikes tagged Santos below the belt. A third illegal blow hit Santos in the head, and at that point referee Marc Goddard issued a rare two-point deduction.