UFC Cuts Medina After Winless 0-4 Octagon Run

Jose Medina was released from the UFC roster on March 2, 2026, following his knockout loss to Ryan Gandra at UFC Mexico City on February 28. The Bolivian fighter departed with an 0-4 UFC record and an 11-7 overall record, having never won inside the Octagon. Medina's path to the UFC was controversial—Dana White signed him to a contract after he lost his Contender Series fight in October 2023, citing his 'heart' in defeat. He served primarily as a stepping stone for rising prospects throughout his tenure and exits on a five-fight losing streak dating back to his Contender Series appearance.