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Muhammad Mokaev blames TKO & Paramount, not Dana White, for UFC exits

Muhammad Mokaev refuses to believe that Dana White inexplicably releases fighters from the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

By Sayan Nag · Sherdog

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 3:40 AM

Key Things to Know

Muhammad Mokaev blamed TKO and Paramount rather than Dana White for recent UFC contract non-renewals.
Mokaev reacted after undefeated fighter Farid Basharat and Michael Page were not offered new UFC deals.
Dana White suggested difficulties with matchmakers could explain why unbeaten fighters are not re-signed.

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Former UFC fighter Muhammad Mokaev stated on social media that UFC parent company TKO and broadcast partner Paramount, rather than CEO Dana White, are responsible for recent fighter departures. His comments followed the promotion's decision not to offer new contracts to Farid Basharat and Michael Page despite their winning records.

Mokaev rejected White's postfight remarks at UFC Edmonton implying that matchmaking difficulties lead to fighters not being re-signed. Mokaev completed his own promotional contract with a win over Manel Kape in July 2024 before the UFC opted not to extend his deal.

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Muhammad Mokaev blames TKO & Paramount, not Dana White, for UFC exits

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