PFL

Nov 19 2025SPORTS

Francis Ngannou: The Man Behind the Fights

Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champ, left the organization in January 2023 after a contract dispute. He wanted better benefits and the chance to box. Now, he's with the PFL, trying his hand in the boxing ring. His debut against Tyson Fury was a shock, but he lost to Anthony Joshua next. Ngannou wants to return to the UFC, but it's not looking good. UFC...

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May 22 2025SPORTS

The Rise of MMA in Africa: PFL vs. UFC

The world of mixed martial arts is buzzing with excitement as the Professional Fighters League (PFL) prepares to make a significant move into Africa. The continent, known for its rich sporting culture, is set to host the PFL's first-ever event in Cape Town on July 26. This event is more than just a fight night; it's a statement of intent from the PFL, showing that th...

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Apr 19 2025SPORTS

A Quick and Powerful Victory in the MMA World

Fans of mixed martial arts were treated to a swift and impressive display of skill recently. Gadzhi Rabadanov, a fighter from Russia, showed his prowess in the ring. He took on Marc Diakiese, a seasoned fighter with 15 bouts under his belt. Rabadanov's victory was so quick that it only took 32 seconds to secure his spot in the PFL lightweight tournament semi-final...

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Jan 26 2025SPORTS

Usman Nurmagomedov Learns the Hard Way, No Quick Rematch for Paul Hughes

Usman Nurmagomedov, undefeated in his MMA career, faced Paul Hughes in the main event of PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai. Despite his perfect record, he admitted to underestimating Hughes before their bout. The fight turned out to be tougher than expected, with Nurmagomedov winning by unanimous decision. He sees this experience as a learning moment, acknowledging...

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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Is Surgery Enough? Fixing Kneecap Problems When Shape is Off

Patellar instability, where the kneecap slides out of place, is a common problem orthopedic surgeons face. One big reason for this is an unusual shape of the thighbone's groove, called trochlear dysplasia (TD). Doctors have been trying different operations to fix this. Two common ones are rebuilding a ligament on the inside of the knee (medial patellofemoral ligament...

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Dec 14 2024SPORTS

PFL's Big Plans for 2025: More Fights, More Fighters, and a New Division

In 2025, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) is gearing up for some big changes. The league, founded by Donn Davis in 2017, has already made a splash in the mixed martial arts (MMA) world. But Davis has even bigger plans for the future. One of the most significant changes is the purchase of Bellator in 2023. This acquisition has brought in a lot of new talent. No...

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Oct 19 2024SPORTS

Fun Fights Ahead: Ngannou & Cyborg Return

Get ready for an action-packed Saturday with three huge title fights! Former UFC heavyweight champ, Francis Ngannou, is back in the ring facing 2023 PFL season winner, Renan Ferreira. This main event will determine the first PFL heavyweight super fights title. Also, Bellator women's featherweight champ, Cris Cyborg, takes on two-time PFL champ, Larissa Pacheco, for t...

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