Andreas Gustafsson has been removed from the UFC roster as a result of ongoing heart issues. The health concerns have brought his tenure with the promotion to an end.
Andreas Gustafsson has been released from the UFC roster due to ongoing heart issues, bringing his time with the promotion to a close.
Gustafsson, nicknamed "Bane," is a 35-year-old Swedish fighter out of Vasteras Fight Club who compiled a professional record of 12 wins and 3 losses. Standing six-foot-one with a 73-inch reach, the orthodox fighter was a notable presence in his division. His statistical profile was striking in more ways than one — he landed 5.82 significant strikes per minute at a remarkable 71 percent striking accuracy, while also averaging 6.19 takedowns per 15 minutes, marking him as a well-rounded and active competitor inside the cage.
Why it matters
- Gustafsson's release ends what had been a productive UFC tenure for a fighter with elite-level striking accuracy and a high takedown output
- The circumstances are health-related rather than performance-based, making this a medical exit rather than a roster cut tied to results
- At 35, the door may not be fully closed on his career, though his continued participation in MMA will depend entirely on medical clearance
The news is confirmed and not a rumour, with the UFC parting ways with the Swede strictly as a result of the heart concerns that had been affecting him. No timeline or further details on the nature of the condition have been provided.
