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Daniel Rodriguez Says He Is Free After Eight Months in Tijuana Jail

The ranked UFC welterweight posted prison training videos on Instagram, with his team expected to share arrest details next week.

Overview

  • Daniel Rodriguez announced his release from a Tijuana, Mexico jail after eight months and said he plans to resume his UFC career.
  • Rodriguez shared video of workouts from behind bars, saying the time locked up strengthened his focus for a comeback.
  • His post thanked his legal and management team along with family and friends for helping secure his freedom.
  • The reason for his arrest has not been disclosed, and his management indicated a fuller statement is coming next week.
  • Rodriguez is No. 14 at welterweight with a 20-5 record (10-4 UFC) and last fought in July 2025, beating Kevin Holland to extend a three-fight win streak.