Ireland’s Kiefer Crosbie says he has “no regrets” despite being released by the UFC.
The 35-year-old Dubliner lost all three fights by first-round stoppage since he signed with the promotion in August 2023, which saw his overall MMA record slide to 10-6.
In his last outing back in August, Crosbie was stopped in China by home prospect Taiyilake Nueraji, moments after being illegally struck in the face by a knee which saw Nueraji docked points.
“Today I have been officially released from the UFC,” Crosbie confirmed on social media.
“From a young boy who loved martial arts and fighting with a dream of making it to the big stage, to conquering goals most deemed impossible.
“I saw the UFC on [TV] when I was 15 and said ‘one day I’ll fight there’. Zero regrets on this hectic journey.
“It’s the hardest sport of all time and the UFC have the greatest fighters of all time, period.
“I’m very proud of myself for everything I’ve achieved and also gutted it didn’t go well, but that’s life and that’s world class sport.
“The journey continues and I’m excited to travel down different roads and explore different avenues.”
After his most recent loss, Crosbie questioned why referee Marc Goddard did not give him a full five minutes to recover from the foul.
Heavyweight Chris Barnett and lightweight Kurt Holobaugh are also no longer part of the organisation after their most recent defeats.
