UFC Fighter Daniel Rodriguez Released After Eight Months in Mexican Prison Over Marijuana Incident
UFC's Daniel Rodriguez ended up in Mexican prison because of marijuana
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UFC welterweight Daniel Rodriguez was imprisoned in Mexico for eight months due to possession of marijuana. He was stopped by border patrol while returning to the U.S. after a vacation, where he mistakenly carried a small amount of cannabis. Rodriguez described his prison experience as harrowing and detrimental to his career.
- 01Daniel Rodriguez was imprisoned for eight months in Mexico for possessing less than an ounce of marijuana.
- 02He was stopped by border patrol while returning to the U.S. after a vacation.
- 03Rodriguez described the prison conditions as harsh, leading to malnourishment.
- 04At 39 years old, he has a professional MMA record of 20 wins and 5 losses.
- 05Rodriguez has achieved three consecutive victories in the UFC before his imprisonment.
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UFC welterweight contender Daniel Rodriguez recently returned to social media after being released from a Mexican prison where he spent eight months due to a marijuana possession charge. Rodriguez, who was celebrating a victory over Kevin Holland, was stopped by border patrol upon his return to the United States. He admitted to accidentally carrying a small amount of cannabis, which he believed would result in a minor penalty. However, he quickly learned that Mexican laws are stringent, leading to a lengthy incarceration. Rodriguez described his time in prison as the 'worst possible situation,' noting that he was 'a little bit malnourished' from the food. The fighter, originally from California, has a professional record of 20 wins and 5 losses, including three consecutive victories prior to his imprisonment. His last fight took place in July 2025 at UFC 318.
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