Ben Rothwell’s lengthy UFC career hasn’t come without its hiccups. A pair of drug test failures, one in 2013 and another in 2017, notably stalled his momentum as a potential top contender. That said, over 13 years and seventeen fights, ‘Big Ben’ has stood the test of time as one of the UFC’s most consistent heavyweight talents.
At least, he did up until March 31st, 2022.
Despite a planned bout against former light heavyweight title contender Alexander Gustafsson, booked for the upcoming May 21st UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Vieira card, MMA Fighting reports that Rothwell has been released from the promotion.