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Ismael Bonfim removed from UFC roster after 3rd weight miss, knockout loss to Francisco Prado

Ismael Bonfim is no longer with the UFC after a disastrous weekend in Las Vegas. The 30-year-old Brazilian was removed from the promotion’s roster following a first-round knockout loss to Francisco Prado on the preliminary portion of UFC Vegas 122…

By Guilherme Cruz · MMA Fighting

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 11:18 PM

Key Things to Know

Ismael Bonfim was removed from the UFC roster following a knockout loss to Francisco Prado.
Bonfim missed weight by 7.5 pounds ahead of his preliminary bout at UFC Vegas 122.
The defeat marked Bonfim's fourth consecutive stoppage loss in the UFC, ending his promotional run at 2-5.

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Ismael Bonfim has been removed from the UFC roster following a first-round knockout loss to Francisco Prado at UFC Vegas 122 at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. The 30-year-old Brazilian entered the contest 7.5 pounds overweight, marking his third overall issue on the scale with the promotion.

The defeat marked Bonfim's fourth consecutive stoppage loss inside the Octagon, leaving him with a 2-5 promotional record. Before news of his release broke, Bonfim released a statement on social media stating that his story does not end here.

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