Undefeated bantamweight Farid Basharat has reportedly been removed from the UFC roster despite compiling a perfect 7-0 record inside the promotion’s Octagon. The development has drawn attention because the fighter had remained unbeaten through his UFC appearances.
What happened to Farid Basharat?
According to MMA Fighting, Basharat completed his UFC contract after defeating John Garza in July but was not offered a new deal. His removal from the roster does not erase his results, nor does it necessarily mean he has retired from professional mixed martial arts.
His record and UFC run
Basharat entered the UFC after earning a contract through Dana White’s Contender Series in 2022. Reports put his professional record at 16-0 at the time of the roster change, including seven victories in the UFC. His run featured wins over opponents including Jean Matsumoto, Chris Gutierrez and Taylor Lapilus.
He has competed in the bantamweight division, where depth and matchmaking can make contract decisions unpredictable. Even an unbeaten run does not guarantee a renewal, as promotions weigh factors including available opponents, business considerations, divisional plans and contract negotiations.
What happens next?
With no new UFC deal reported, Basharat is free to consider opportunities elsewhere, subject to the terms of his contract and any applicable restrictions. Other major promotions could offer a route to continue building his profile, while a future return to the UFC cannot be ruled out.
There has been no confirmed retirement announcement in the reports cited for this story. Readers should distinguish a roster removal from a permanent release from the sport: fighters may continue competing after their contracts with a particular promotion end.
Why the decision matters
The situation illustrates how a fighter’s competitive record and promotional status are not always the same thing. An unbeaten Octagon run is a meaningful achievement, but roster decisions are made by the organisation and depend on more than wins and losses alone.
Update: This article summarises media reporting available on October 15, 2026. Any future contract or promotion announcement should be confirmed by Basharat, his representatives or the organisation involved.
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