Jimmy Smith (photo via Twitter)

By FCF Staff

As the Ultimate Fighting Championship gets set to begin its new broadcasting deal with ESPN, veteran commentator Jimmy Smith is reporting he has not been renewed for 2019.

Smith moved to the UFC broadcasting team last year, after he had a lengthy run working for Bellator. But, more recently the martial artist tweeted out the news below:

I tried my utmost to show the fighters the respect they deserved for giving their lives to this sport and hope they felt that when they heard what I had to say. The UFC fans were truly amazing and I wish I could thank each and every one of you for your support and

— Jimmy Smith (@jimmysmithmma) January 1, 2019