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Dakota Ditcheva revealed she fought most of her unanimous-decision win over Denise Kielholtz with two broken hands and cried non-stop afterward. She’s now in splints as her surgeon plans the next steps, having extended her unbeaten run to 16 fights.
Usman Nurmagomedov defended his PFL title with a first-round KO in the main event at PFL New York, while Dakota Ditcheva made her return to the promotion on the UBS Arena card in Long Island, New York.
Dakota Ditcheva returned from a year-long layoff due to a hand injury and outpointed Denise Kielholtz over three rounds at PFL New York, earning a decision in her comeback as Kielholtz fought hard as the underdog but couldn’t deny the Brit’s size and pressure; the pace slowed late and the New York crowd reacted with boos.
Unbeaten PFL flyweight Dakota Ditcheva says hand injuries sidelined her in 2025 forced a shift toward building a life outside the cage (including a premium mineral water brand) while she prepares a comeback against Denise Kielholtz. She emphasizes that fighting won’t define her and her goals are evolving—keeping UFC possibilities open or even boxing—amid the PFL’s merger with Most Valuable Promotions.
Dakota Ditcheva defeated Denise Kielholtz by unanimous decision at PFL New York, extending her undefeated streak but delivering a lackluster performance as Kielholtz's defense kept the bout competitive; Ditcheva showed more offense in round two but couldn’t finish, and the PFL even denied her a post-fight speech before the main event Nurmagomedov vs Colgan.
At UBS Arena in New York, Usman Nurmagomedov defends the PFL lightweight title against Archie Colgan in the main event, though the article does not report a result; the co-main features Dakota Ditcheva defeating Denise Kielholtz by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27). Additional winners on the main card include Amru Magomedov (TKO over Angel Alvarez) and Moustapha Diakhaté (TKO over Darryl Walker). In the prelims, Lazaro Dayron edged Raufeon Stots by split decision; Sean Gauci, Omar El Dafrawy, Tatiana Postarnakova, and Levan Khabalaev also earned wins over Allan Begosso, Jonathan Piersma, Montana De La Rosa, and Chamy Delva respectively.
Dakota Ditcheva says a personal jab Ronda Rousey directed at Khamzat Chimaev during promotion reshaped her longstanding admiration for Rousey. She says the remark was “not OK” and changed how she views the former champ, though she still respects her as a fighter. Ditcheva, who is prepping for a PFL return, emphasizes staying focused on her own career rather than getting drawn into personal feuds.
Dakota Ditcheva, an undefeated MMA fighter, saw her nine-fight winning streak end at PFL Africa after a tough, extended fight and a suspected hand injury. Despite her emotional reaction and injury concerns, she announced she has re-signed with PFL, expressing optimism for her future fights.
Dakota Ditcheva claimed the women's flyweight title at the 2024 PFL Championship in Saudi Arabia, defeating former UFC title challenger Taila Santos by TKO. This victory, which also earned her a $1 million prize, marks Ditcheva's most significant win to date, maintaining her undefeated record at 14-0. At 26, Ditcheva expressed confidence in her abilities and hinted at future plans with PFL, though she has not yet decided whether to join the Super Fight series or continue in the season format.
Dakota Ditcheva delivered a standout performance at the PFL World Championship, decisively defeating former UFC title challenger Taila Santos with a body shot. This victory has sparked discussions about Ditcheva's ranking in the women's flyweight division and her potential future in the UFC. The event also crowned six new million-dollar champions, with analysts Mike Heck and Jed Meshew providing insights on Ditcheva's future prospects and other notable performances from the event.
Dakota Ditcheva claimed the PFL flyweight world championship with a knockout victory over Taila Santos in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. After the fight, Ditcheva mocked Santos, who had previously dismissed her as "just a barbie," by pretending to apply lipstick and telling her to "shut up." Ditcheva's dominant performance solidified her status as a top female fighter. In the same event, Denis Goltsov won the PFL heavyweight title with a submission victory, calling out Francis Ngannou afterward.
Dakota Ditcheva claimed the PFL's 125-pound women's championship by defeating Taila Santos via TKO in the second round in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ditcheva, who remained undefeated with a 14-0 record, showcased her striking skills and silenced critics who doubted her capabilities. The victory earned her a $1 million prize. In other PFL championship results, Timur Khizriev, Denis Goltsov, Gadzhi Rabadanov, Shamil Musaev, and Dovlet Yagshimuradov also secured titles in their respective weight classes.
Dakota Ditcheva claimed the 2024 PFL women's flyweight title and a $1 million prize by defeating former UFC title challenger Taila Santos via TKO in the second round at the PFL Championship in Riyadh. Ditcheva maintained her undefeated record, showcasing her striking prowess to secure the biggest win of her career. The event also featured several other title fights, with notable victories by Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov, Shamil Musaev, and Denis Goltsov.
Valentin Moldavsky kicks off the PFL '24 season with a first-round knockout, earning six points in the heavyweight division, while Dakota Ditcheva impresses with a dominant performance in her flyweight debut. Three-time defending flyweight champion Liz Carmouche also secures a victory, positioning herself as a top contender in this year's PFL championship.