It was quite shocking for the UFC community to learn that Darren Till no longer has a place on the UFC roster. After his loss against Tyron Woodley in 2018 at UFC 228, ‘The Gorilla’ was only able to achieve a single victory. This resulted in the fall of his UFC career, which eventually led to the removal of his name from the UFC roster. His last bout was in 2022 at UFC 282 against Dricus Du Plessis. Till was forced to submit in round three, which became a huge black mark on his career.
Many fans have even claimed that The Gorilla has lost his fighting zeal, with most of his fights appearing lackluster in recent years. Soon after losing against Du Plessis, Till mentioned to Bruce Buffer that he felt like he had torn his ACL. The English fighter had to go through some severe injuries in his fighting career.
Fans react to the UFC’s decision to remove Darren Till
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Darren Till’s removal from the UFC was initially announced through the Twitter handle of UFC Roster Watch. Fans were quick to react to the shocking news. Along with the fans, the very famous YouTuber and boxer KSI also expressed his shock after coming across the news.
❌ Fighter removed: Darren Till
— UFC Roster Watch (@UFCRosterWatch) February 28, 2023
Here is how KSI and fans reacted to the news.
KSI seemed quite disappointed with the UFC’s new decision.
Dayum 🙁
— ksi (@KSI) March 1, 2023
Before losing to Tyron Woodley, Till had not faced any losses in his fighting career. As a result, one fan was perplexed as to how Till could be a misfit in the promotion.
Till on Misfits? 👀
— Gio (@giotorra) March 1, 2023
One of the fans felt that it was necessary for a reality check!
He had this coming, needed a strong reality check https://t.co/jUQTWr6bvW pic.twitter.com/jZtCDJipf6
— 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹🩸 (@DaredevilMMA) February 28, 2023
Another fan pointed out the reason for his removal from the UFC.
Listen listen listen everyone chill…. just because he's friends with Chimaev that doesn't extend your contract.
Till is 1-5 in last 6 UFC bouts getting finished in 4 of those losses. Beating Kelvin who's also 1-5 in last 6 isn't a good look. PFL HERE HE COMES… pic.twitter.com/WEczHQoJHN
— Kyle Anthony's UFC Betting (@KyleAnthonyUFC) March 1, 2023
One fan questioned why Robert Whittaker was still on the UFC roster.
Yoooo??? But Robert Whittaker is still on the roster??
— ★ ABEL ★ (@profeshgamblr) February 28, 2023
Another fan pointed out how Till was once a great fighter and that the UFC should consider bringing him back.
This shows the levels the UFC has reached in 2023. Till easily beats past fighters like Silva, Bisping, Weidman etc. hopefully they can get Till back on a new contract @danawhite
— Darb (@Darb1875) March 1, 2023
According to a Twitter user, he will join the PFL alongside Brendan Loughnane.
I’ll bet he’s headed to the PFL with @BrendanMMA I know they are close, and training partners
— Jason Mendeloff (@JasonMendeloff) March 1, 2023
Thus, the UFC community shared their thoughts on the decision to remove Till from the promotion. However, there is no concrete information on his plan ahead.
The Gorilla’s loss at UFC 228 against Tyron Woodley
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At the moment, there is a high chance for ‘The Gorilla’ to turn into a free agent. Till entered the UFC in 2015 as an undefeated fighter.
He was at the peak of his fighting career until he fought Tyron Woodley for the welterweight title at UFC 228. The Gorilla was unable to outperform Woodley in the match. He ended up being submitted in the second round. It was this loss that started the downward spiral.
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However, the audience needs to wait to find out Till’s next move after his exit from the UFC.
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