Conclusion

Derek Brunson Released by UFC

Following his TKO victory over Edmen Shahbazyan at UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Till, Derek Brunson is now a free agent. Brunson and the UFC have mutually agreed to part ways.

Brunson's UFC Run

Brunson joined the UFC in 2012 and has compiled a record of 13-8 inside the Octagon. He has notable victories over Lyoto Machida, Uriah Hall, and Elias Theodorou. Brunson's only title fight came in 2018 when he lost to Israel Adesanya for the interim middleweight title.

Future Plans

Brunson is now free to explore his options outside of the UFC. He is likely to attract interest from other major MMA promotions, such as Bellator or PFL. Brunson has expressed interest in fighting in other weight classes, such as light heavyweight or heavyweight.

Conclusion

Derek Brunson's release from the UFC marks the end of an era for the veteran middleweight. Brunson has been a mainstay in the division for over a decade and has fought some of the best fighters in the world. It will be interesting to see where Brunson signs next and what the future holds for him.