In a jaw-dropping twist for UFC Kansas City, rising star Ahmad Hassanzada has been booted from the event after a shocking arrest.

According to reports from MMA Fighting, Hassanzada was taken into custody in Sacramento, California, on charges of sexual misconduct involving a minor. The 28-year-old lightweight faces serious allegations, including two felony counts for lewd or lascivious acts with a child under 14.

This startling news was first unveiled by Ag. Fight, sending shockwaves through the MMA community.

Currently held at Sacramento County Jail, Hassanzada's bail is set at a staggering $400,000, and he is expected to appear in court on Tuesday morning.

Originally slated to fight Evan Elder at UFC's Fight Night event, the lineup has now changed. Elder will instead face newcomer Gauge Young, as confirmed by the promotion.

Hassanzada gained his UFC contract after a stunning third-round submission victory against Dylan Mantello in Dana White’s Contender Series last September. However, this promising fighter's career now hangs in the balance following serious accusations. Previously, he had faced setbacks, including a loss to Nazim Sadykhov on DWCS in August 2022, but had made a commendable comeback by going 3-1 in his following matchups.

As the situation unfolds, the fight world watches closely, grappling with both the implications of his actions and the potential fallout for his career.