James Krause fallout and UFC betting in New Jersey
In the aftermath of that Nov. 5 fight, Krause, who was offering paid betting tips on UFC fights, was not allowed to be in the corner of Miles Johns at UFC Fight Night: Nzechukwu vs. Cutelaba back on November 19. That same day, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (NJDGE) prohibited sportsbooks from taking bets on any fights in which Krause was associated.
Krause had his license suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Dec. 2 and Minner was released from his UFC contract that same day.
The UFC released a statement on Dec. 2 stating that they have “advised Krause and the respective managers working with impacted fighters, that effective immediately, fighters who choose to continue to be coached by Krause or who continue to train in his gym, will not be permitted to participate in UFC events pending the outcome of the aforementioned government investigations.”
UFC previously banned fighters from betting on matches
Back in October, UFC President Dana White banned fighters from wagering on any UFC match directly or through a third party. Up until then, fighters were allowed to place wagers on themselves, their opponents or any other match.