UFC Cuts Ewert After Major UFC 317 Weight Miss

Undefeated prospect Christopher Ewert was released from the UFC after missing weight by 10 pounds ahead of his scheduled debut against Jackson McVey at UFC 317, prompting the bout's cancellation. Ewert had accepted the fight on short notice as a replacement for Sedriques Dumas but was unable to make the middleweight limit despite significant efforts. Although removed from both the UFC 317 card and the organization, Ewert will compete on Dana White’s Contender Series in August, giving him a chance to earn another UFC contract. McVey, who successfully made weight, is awaiting a new opponent for his debut. UFC 317 will proceed with 11 fights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, headlined by Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight belt and Alexandre Pantoja defending his flyweight title against Kai Kara-France. All championship fighters made weight, and the title bouts remain on the card.