Jiri Prochazka Upset as UFC ‘Leaks’ Private Message Amid Unrest in Mexico

,” Prochazka wrote on X. 

The timing of the UFC’s post is particularly concerning, as it places Prochazka in a region experiencing significant unrest following the recent death of notorious cartel leader ‘El Mencho.’ He was the longtime leader and founder of the CJNG cartel and was killed during a Mexican military operation aimed at capturing him on Sunday, February 22. 

The incident happened at Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico, where Mexican authorities, with reported US intelligence support, carried out the operation. ‘El Mencho’ was fatally wounded in a firefight between his security detail and Mexican special forces during an attempted arrest.

Since then, the drug baron’s death has caused violence in the country, as Mexico has now deployed a reported 9,500 soldiers to bolster security. Defence Secretary Ricardo Trevilla claimed that an additional 2,500 soldiers had been sent to western Mexico on Monday. 

This, of course, puts Jiri Prochazka at risk, since the UFC is publicly announcing his whereabouts. It becomes even more concerning because at least 20 states in the country have seen unrest since the drug baron’s death. And at least 25 members of Mexico’s National Guard have passed away. 

And the UFC should have known better, since the violence could also affect one of its own events. 

UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Kavanagh under threat of cancellation

UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Kavanagh is facing uncertainty ahead of its scheduled February 28 date at Arena CDMX in Mexico City. The concerns stem from a surge of violence in parts of Mexico following reports that ‘El Mencho’ was killed during a military operation in Jalisco. The unrest has reportedly occurred mostly outside Mexico City, but the rapid escalation of the security situation has sparked speculation about Dana White and co. Will the UFC proceed as planned?

Updates circulating on X claim that the event remains on schedule for now. There have been no official changes to the date, but with flights and bus routes in some areas reportedly affected, fans and fighters are closely monitoring developments. Any form of escalation could force the promotion to reconsider or postpone the card.

The UFC’s careless social media post has put Prochazka in a potentially dangerous situation, a major misstep given the current volatility in Mexico. Whether this incident will impact the fighter’s safety or the upcoming UFC event remains a critical question.