What happened: ONE Championship has released former flyweight king Adriano Moraes and middleweight champion Zebaztian Kadestam from its roster. Heavyweight Mauro Cerilli and grappler Ilya Freymanov were also let go. The moves were confirmed via social media and reports from MMA insiders.

Why it matters: Moraes and Kadestam are proven titleholders whose departures weaken ONE's depth at flyweight and middleweight, impacting upcoming event cards and championship defenses. Historically, such releases signal roster rebuilds amid ONE's push for new stars.

What to watch: Monitor free agency for Moraes and Kadestam, who could target UFC or Bellator; watch ONE's next event card for replacement bouts.