UFC Releases Veteran South Korean Fighter, Kang

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UFC Releases Veteran South Korean Fighter, Kang
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This article reports on the UFC's decision to part ways with veteran bantamweight fighter, Kang. It highlights his career achievements, setbacks, and the reasons behind his departure.

Former UFC bantamweight fighter, Kang , announced his departure from the organization on January 6, 2025. Kang , 37, compiled an 8-5-1 record in the UFC and a 19-11-1 record overall. He became one of the earliest South Korean fighters to sign with the UFC in 2012, making his debut in 2013. Despite a promising run with seven wins in eight fights from 2014 to 2019, Kang never reached contender status due to inactivity and inconsistent performances.

His UFC career ended with back-to-back unanimous decision losses

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