UFC Removes Hall of Famer José Aldo, Two-Time Ultimate Fighter Brad Katona

The UFC has recently removed several veteran fighters from its active roster, including Brad Katona and Jose Aldo. Brad Katona, known as the first and only two-time winner of The Ultimate Fighter, was released following a two-fight losing streak in the promotion, ending his second stint with the UFC. Katona's UFC record includes notable wins and losses, but he was ultimately cut after a first career knockout loss, despite his resilience and historic achievements. Meanwhile, Jose Aldo, regarded as one of the greatest featherweights in MMA history, has officially been removed from the UFC roster following his second retirement after UFC 315, marking the end of a storied career highlighted by dominant runs in both WEC and UFC. Aldo’s departure has sparked widespread fan appreciation, although Dana White has yet to comment publicly on the Hall of Famer's exit. These roster changes come as the UFC prepares for a busy summer schedule, including events in Azerbaijan and Las Vegas.