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Mixed Feelings About PFL: Fighters’ Criticism Revealed

Saudi ArabiaWed Nov 27 2024
Everyone knows that PFL's recent purchase of Bellator has stirred up trouble in the MMA world. Many Bellator fighters are now speaking out about the frustrating gaps between fights and the unclear future of the promotion. UFC legend Matt Brown has been quite vocal about his worries, calling the merged organization a "trainwreck" and expressing his puzzlement over PFL's business plan. Brown argues that the public doesn't care about the unique format of PFL and that the key to success is simple: book the best fights with strong storylines. He points out that the UFC’s ability to build drama around fights is what keeps fans hooked, not just the fights themselves. Seeing as PFL has failed to satisfy fighter demands and deliver regular events, some fighters even fear that their careers are being wasted in this limbo.

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    What are the long-term implications of the PFL-Bellator merger on the MMA landscape?
    Could the PFL format be a smokescreen for a larger, nefarious plan?
    Which is more entertaining: a point system or a good old-fashioned beef between fighters?

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