UFC releases Anthony Johnson following UFC 142 loss

RIO DE JANEIRO – Anthony Johnson’s third weighcutting mistake will be his last in the UFC, at least for now.

Following Saturday night’s UFC 142 event at HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro, UFC president Dana White terminated Johnson’s contract.

“This is hi…

RIO DE JANEIRO – Anthony Johnson’s third weighcutting mistake will be his last in the UFC, at least for now.

Following Saturday night’s UFC 142 event at HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro, UFC president Dana White terminated Johnson’s contract.

“This is his third time,” White said of Johnson’s failure to make weight
for the third time in his octagon career. “Three strikes and you’re gone.”