Longtime UFC cutman Jacob “Stitch” Duran’s time helping tend to fighter wounds inside the octagon is over. As reported on Tuesday, Duran said UFC officials informed him his services are no longer required.

Duran said the news came as a result of his negative comments toward the controversial UFC-Reebok apparel deal that forced away outside sponsors – not just for fighters, but cutmen, as well.

Having served as a fight-night fixture since UFC 33 in 2001, Duran’s exit from the organization came as a disappointment to many of the top athletes in the sport.

Check below for the top Twitter reactions to Duran’s UFC departure.

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