Jairzinho Rozenstruik releases statement following UFC release: ‘My story is far from over’

Jairzinho Rozenstruik isn’t carried out as an MMA fighter.

The Suriname expertise, who turned a top-ranked heavyweight within the UFC after a collection of 4 knockouts in 2019, launched a press release on social media after being let go from the promotion following a call loss to Sergei Pavlovich at UFC Saudi Arabia this previous Saturday.

Rozenstruik, who turns 37 in March, revealed he suffered a left foot harm simply 70 seconds into the opening spherical of his eventual loss to Pavlovich.

“I got here to Riyadh to win and pull off the upset,” Rozenstruik wrote on social media. “After a powerful combat week, I felt dizzy on Saturday because of the paint fumes. Then, simply 70 seconds into the combat, I injured my left foot. The second my swap kick landed on his elbow, I felt it immediately and knew the combat would play out in another way than deliberate.”

Rozenstruik—No. 12 at heavyweight within the MMA Preventing International Rankings heading into UFC Saudi Arabia—stopped Shamil Gaziev in a UFC Battle Evening most important occasion in March 2024 after which gained a break up resolution over Tai Tuivasa earlier than the Pavlovich setback, which led to his launch. He leaves the corporate with an octagon document of 9-6, together with knockout wins over the likes of Junior dos Santos, Alistair Overeem and Andrei Arlovski.

“On the finish of 2018, I signed my first contract with the UFC, embarking on an unbelievable journey,” he continued. “I’ve been honored to compete on the most important stage, and I wish to specific my deepest gratitude to the UFC workers for his or her professionalism and help over time. Thanks.

“From being Rookie of the 12 months to changing into an MMA veteran, this has been an unforgettable journey. Whereas this chapter closes, my story is way from over. I’ll proceed to combat, tackle new challenges, and settle unfinished enterprise within the cage. I’m prepared for no matter comes subsequent!”