UFC Releases Dulgarian After Suspicious Betting Loss

The UFC released featherweight Isaac Dulgarian hours after his first-round submission loss to Yadier del Valle at UFC Vegas 110, a move first reported by Ariel Helwani and officially attributed to performance. The bout drew suspicion after Dulgarian—initially a heavy favorite whose odds swung late from roughly -250 to about -154—attracted large late bets on a first-round loss, prompting sportsbooks including DraftKings, Caesars and William Hill to refund wagers. Commentators and viewers criticized Dulgarian’s effort during the broadcast, with analyst Michael Chiesa calling it "absolute trash," and observers questioned how a touted wrestler was submitted so quickly. Del Valle remained unbeaten while Dulgarian’s record fell to 7-2 overall (2-2 in the UFC), and although no public formal investigation has been announced, the refunds and immediate release underline concerns about wagering integrity.