Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Anthony Smith was arrested Tuesday night in Nebraska and is facing three felony charges. Anthony Smith appeared before a judge Wednesday morning, where his bond was set. Anthony Smith in the UFC:Anthony Smith last competed in the UFC in April 2025, when he suffered a first-round TKO loss to Zhang Mingyang. Although Jones dominated the contest, Smith earned widespread respect for continuing after absorbing an illegal knee that could have resulted in a disqualification victory. UFC heavyweight Alvin Hines created the “Beyond the Cage” Foundation in an effort to provide resources and support for retired fighters transitioning into retirement.