UFC cuts 12-year vet Shem Rock after 0-2 start

The UFC has parted ways with 12-year veteran Shem Rock after a 0-2 Octagon run, removing him from the official roster this week. The 32-year-old Liverpudlian debuted with a decision loss to Nurullo Aliev in Qatar last November, followed by another defeat to Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady at UFC London last month. Rock had success outside UFC, including a Clan Wars featherweight title and four wins in Oktagon MMA. This release comes amid roster cleanups post-Gilbert Burns' retirement after UFC Winnipeg. It highlights UFC's quick cuts for underperformers in the deep featherweight division. Rock may return to European promotions; expect him to seek rebound wins abroad.