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Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
UFC veteran opens up on 'brutal' exit after Dana White's criticism
Jairzinho Rozenstruik found himself on the wrong end of a brutal cut from the UFC earlier this year, with Dana White wasting no time in showing him the exit door Former UFC heavyweight contender Jairzinho Rozenstruik has revealed that he discovered his release from the UFC online, before being told by the promotion. The 37-year-old was let go by the UFC just days after his most recent fight - a unanimous decision loss to Sergei Pavlovich in February. Following the dust-up, UFC boss Dana White didn't mince words about the fight, labelling it 'horrible,' and the only one booed throughout the night. As Rozenstruik was returning home after the painful defeat, White felt compelled to release the Suriname-born fighter from the company. When asked on a recent episode of the Ariel Helwani Show if he had any regrets about leaving the UFC, 'Bigi Boy' responded: "No I did not. "I had a good run with the UFC and they weren't bad to me. The way they cut me was dirty, but, as I say, if there is no need for each other to work together anymore, then we have to move on. But I can't say anything bad of the UFC." The MMA veteran elaborated on his comment about his 'dirty' dismissal. "For example, I flew down from Saudi Arabia, which is a long trip," the 37-year-old detailed. "I came home tired, I went to bed, there was a big time difference so I was sleeping during the day, and I got several phone calls. So [my cut] was on the internet before I knew of it, put it that way." He added: "For me it was surprising and I really don't know what the reason was, or what the reason is. So I just move on from what I left there in the UFC, it was a great time and run, and I'm just moving forward." Addressing whether his fighting style might have led to his release, Rozenstruik responded: "I'm a fighter, not a computer. You don't put a system and then you expect to do what you like. "It's a fight - every fight is different. You have to react to what the opponent is doing. I'm looking for my opportunities. I will not run in there and get robbed by something that I didn't see coming. I have my own way of fighting, so you have to give me the task to make it happen - that's how I see it." During his stint with the UFC, Rozenstruik secured a commendable 9:6 record, with eight knockouts among those nine victories. The former UFC heavyweight star has notable wins over Andrei Arlovski, Alistair Overeem, Junior dos Santos, Shamil Gaziev, and fan-favourite Tai Tuivasa. His unexpected exit from the UFC left many supporters stunned, given his strong performance history. Rozenstruik has since joined Dirty Boxing, a venture partly owned by UFC heavyweight champ Jon Jones and Mike Perry. The promotion's next event is set for June 14 in Miami, featuring a headline heavyweight bout between Rozenstruik and Devon Schwan.
USA Today
19-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Jairzinho Rozenstruik among UFC veterans booked for Dirty Boxing Championship 2
Jairzinho Rozenstruik among UFC veterans booked for Dirty Boxing Championship 2 Many familiar names have been booked for Dirty Boxing Championship's second event. Jairzinho Rozenstruik is back in action after booking his first fight since his UFC release. Rozenstruik, a former UFC heavyweight title contender, is scheduled to fight Devon Schwan in the main event of Dirty Boxing Championship 2. The card goes down June 14 in Miami. The news was announced Tuesday by the promotion. Rozenstruik was last in action in February when he lost a unanimous decision to top title contender Sergei Pavlovich – a defeat that was partly attributed to being exposed by paint fumes, according to the American Top Team product. Prior to the defeat, he was on a two-fight wining streak that included a decision win over Tai Tuivasa and a TKO over Shamil Gaziev. Rozenstruik's UFC release surprised many given his positive record and being a six-time UFC event headliner. Rozenstruik's opponent, Schwan, has competed in MMA, Power Slap, and BKFC. He last foght in August, stopping Jesse Pringle under the BKFC banner. Additionally, other former UFC fighters on the Dirty Boxing 2 card include Alex Caceres, Jessica Rose Clark, Phil Hawes, and Francisco Trinaldo. Below is the full card for Dirty Boxing Championship 2:
USA Today
06-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Jairzinho Rozenstruik issues statement on UFC release, says paint fumes contributed to loss
A few days after receiving his walking papers from the UFC, Jairzinho Rozenstruik has broken his silence. The UFC wasted little time – roughly 48 hours – in deciding to release Rozenstruik after his unanimous decision defeat to Serghei Pavlovic last Saturday at UFC Fight Night 250 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In an Instagram post on Thursday, Rozenstruik opened up about the UFC's decision, as well as his lackluster performance, which he partially blamed on a new coat of paint in the locker rooms at ANB Arena. 'After a strong fight week, I felt dizzy on Saturday due to the paint fumes,' Rozenstruik wrote. 'Then, just 70 seconds into the fight, I injured my left foot. The moment my switch kick landed on his elbow, I felt it instantly and knew the fight would play out differently than planned. At the end of 2018, I signed my first contract with the @ufc, embarking on an incredible journey. I've been honored to compete on the biggest stage, and I want to express my deepest gratitude to the UFC staff for their professionalism and support over the years. Thank you. From being Rookie of the Year to becoming an MMA veteran, this has been an unforgettable adventure. While this chapter closes, my story is far from over. I will continue to fight, take on new challenges, and settle unfinished business in the cage. I'm ready for whatever comes next!' Rozenstruik's lackluster performance was criticized for being too timid by UFC CEO Dana White in the immediate aftermath of UFC Fight Night 250. At least now there's a logical explanation. Terrence McKinney and others who competed at UFC Fight Night 250 also complained about the fumes from the paint in the locker rooms. Rozenstruik departs the UFC having won three of his past five fights. He started his career 10-0, including wins in his first four octagon appearances, before he was knocked out in 20 seconds by Francis Ngannou at UFC 249 in May 2020. Including that result, Rozenstruik went 5-6 in his next 11 fights to close out his UFC tenure. Rozenstruik, 36, owns notable wins over Junior Dos Santos, Alistair Overeem and Tai Tuivasa.\
Yahoo
04-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
UFC releases heavyweight contender Jairzinho Rozenstruik days after lackluster defeat
Jairzinho Rozenstruik is no longer a UFC fighter. The ranked heavyweight contender was released from the promotion Monday, a little over 48 hours after his UFC Fight Night 250 loss to Sergei Pavlovich. The fight was lackluster and largely one-sided, and garnered criticism from UFC CEO Dana White afterward. A UFC official confirmed Rozenstruik's release to MMA Junkie on Tuesday after algorithm-based X account UFC Roster Tracker posted the move. Rozenstruik (15-6 MMA, 9-6 UFC) departs the promotion having won two of his past three fights and three of his most recent five. He debuted with the promotion in February 2019 as the first fighter from Suriname to grace the UFC octagon. Over the course of his 15 UFC fights, Rozenstruik defeated the likes of Junior Dos Santos, Andrei Arlovski, and Alistair Overeem among others. He headlined six UFC Fight Night events in that stretch. Rozenstruik, 36, has yet to comment publicly on his departure. UFC champ Dricus Du Plessis' mentality on fighting sure to raise eyebrows Video: Should Israel Adesanya retire after UFC Saudi Arabia TKO loss? Shara Magomedov details slew of health issues after UFC Saudi Arabia loss to Michael Page UFC 312 'Embedded,' No. 2: They love Sean Strickland in Australia Overreaction Time: Israel Adesnya's downfall, Dana White vs. Jon Jones builds, UFC 312, more! This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC releases heavyweight contender Jairzinho Rozenstruik days after lackluster defeat
USA Today
04-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
UFC releases heavyweight contender Jairzinho Rozenstruik days after lackluster defeat
Jairzinho Rozenstruik is no longer a UFC fighter. The ranked heavyweight contender was released from the promotion Monday, a little over 48 hours after his UFC Fight Night 250 loss to Sergei Pavlovich. The fight was lackluster and largely one-sided, and garnered criticism from UFC CEO Dana White afterward. A UFC official confirmed Rozenstruik's release to MMA Junkie on Tuesday after algorithm-based X account UFC Roster Tracker posted the move. Rozenstruik (15-6 MMA, 9-6 UFC) departs the promotion having won two of his past three fights and three of his most recent five. He debuted with the promotion in February 2019 as the first fighter from Suriname to grace the UFC octagon. Over the course of his 15 UFC fights, Rozenstruik defeated the likes of Junior Dos Santos, Andrei Arlovski, and Alistair Overeem among others. He headlined six UFC Fight Night events in that stretch. Rozenstruik, 36, has yet to comment publicly on his departure.
