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Mark Hunt Loses Legal Battle To UFC Surrounding Brock Lesnar PED Controversy

Originally posted on MMA News | By Curtis Calhoun | Last updated 9/26/23

Former UFC heavyweight contender Mark Hunt's legal battles against his former employer have concluded.

Hunt sued the UFC, Dana White, and Brock Lesnar for alleged breaching of 'good faith' contract negotiations. Sports law reporter Jason Morrin was the first to report the news of Hunt's loss in court.

Hunt accused the UFC of being aware of Lesnar using performance-enhancing drugs ahead of their UFC 200 clash. Lesnar went on to win the fight by unanimous decision, but the decision was overturned to a no-contest after Lesnar tested positive for PEDs in a post-fight drug test.

The U.S. District Court in Nevada dismissed Hunt's lawsuit this week following a four-year legal battle.

Mark Hunt's 'UFC 200' Lawsuit Falls Short In Court

BREAKING: Mark Hunt loses lawsuit filed against the UFC, Dana White, and Brock Lesnar after Court grants defendants' motion for summary judgment on all claims.

Hunt claimed that White and the UFC knew Lesnar was using PEDs but encouraged Lesnar to fight Hunt in UFC 200 anyway. pic.twitter.com/N6cFzH7TRJ
— Jason Morrin (@Jason_Morrin) September 26, 2023

Hunt split from the UFC in 2018 following a unanimous decision loss to Justin Willis. He lost four of his last five UFC fights, including defeats to Alistair Overeem and Curtis Blaydes.

Hunt had a successful run earlier in his UFC tenure with wins against the likes of Derrick Lewis and Frank Mir. He made his UFC debut at UFC 119 following stints in Dream and Pride.

Hunt has publically attacked the UFC brass numerous times since his final fight in the Octagon. He's accused the UFC of robbing its fighters, and has been especially critical of the promotion's current pay model.

As of this writing, Hunt has yet to respond to the court's decision. He could potentially propose further legal action against the UFC, although that remains uncertain at this time.

This article first appeared on MMA News and was syndicated with permission.

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