Former UFC fighter and Ramzan Kadyrov ward Abdul-Kerim Edilov was reportedly found dead earlier today under "mysterious circumstances" after a falling out with the Chechen warlord.

Abdul-Kerim Edilov’s death was reported by Chechen opposition movement 1ADAT.

The UFC roster is nine names short after the departure of several athletes, promotion officials confirmed.

UFC roster cuts claim another eight fighters as the promotion continues to make room for new talent by way of Dana White’s "Contender Series" program.

Karim Zidan looks at the UFC’s decision to release UFC fighter Abdul-Kerim Edilov.