I am not certain where the rumors got started, but I reported back on September 4 that Houston Alexander, despite a two-bout losing streak, had received a contract extension from the UFC; this is a case where you can get it from the source as according to a blog post by Alexander at Fight Magazine on Wednesday, he is still with the UFC.  Here’s the blog post by Alexander in its entirety:

The speculation never stops!

People keep asking me what my plans are, they have read things all over the internet about my future with the UFC and how I am firing my coaching staff. So I thought I would address the rumors and my upcoming plans.

NO – I have not lost my UFC contract.

NO – I have not fired my coaching staff.

NO – I am not going to step down and fight for smaller organizations.

The loss last month was tough, but life goes on.  People need to remember that I have only been fighting professionally for a year and a half.  I have made great strides during that time, as well as faced some setbacks.  My training will continue and we are looking at visiting some of the larger camps for additional training and strategy for my next fight.  I have a lot to learn and am hoping to have everything straightened out before I enter the cage next time. 

So no worries, I am not going anywhere!

Houston