Paul Buentello receives formal UFC release, meets Bryan Humes at Shark Fights 11

Paul Buentello is on the comeback trail once again.

Ultimate Fighting Championship officials gave the former top heavyweight contender his official release, according to his manager, Ellis Pacheco, who on Wednesday spoke with MMAjunkie.com.

Buentello’s contractual status was previously in limbo after a loss to Cheick Kongo at UFC on Versus 1. He’s now expected to fight next month at Shark Fights 11.


Paul Buentello is on the comeback trail once again.

Ultimate Fighting Championship officials gave the former top heavyweight contender his official release, according to his manager, Ellis Pacheco, who on Wednesday spoke with MMAjunkie.com.

Buentello’s contractual status was previously in limbo after a loss to Cheick Kongo at UFC on Versus 1. He’s now expected to fight next month at Shark Fights 11.