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UFC president Dana White released 24-fight veteran Alex Morono from his contract, ignoring the welterweight's emotional social media plea for one final 'last dance' fight to retire in the Octagon. Morono, 35, posted on Instagram days before the cut, expressing his decade-long love for UFC after going 13-10-1 overall and losing his last four bouts. Alongside Morono, bantamweight Javid Basharat (4-2-1 UFC) and featherweight Lucas Almeida (2-4 UFC) were also cut amid roster cleanups post-Paramount+ deal. This impacts welterweight depth, signaling end of era for grizzled vets. Morono may retire; UFC eyes fresh talent for cards.
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