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Van Steenis Retains PFL Middleweight Title with Madrid KO
sports21 days ago

Van Steenis Retains PFL Middleweight Title with Madrid KO

Costello van Steenis defended the PFL middleweight title by knockout (elbows) of Fabian Edwards in Round 3 at PFL Madrid. The card also saw A.J. McKee defeat Adam Borics by unanimous decision, Franco Tenaglia stoppage TKO over Yassin Najid due to a doctor’s stoppage, Jacinta Austin KO’ing Benita van Rooij, and Linton Vassell’s TKO win over Jose Augusto. Preliminary results included Luciano Pereira KO, Borja Garcia UD, Gino van Steenis KO, Mattia Giordano UD, Claudio Pacella UD, and Ignacio Campos UD.

via MMA Junkie|
#ajmckee#costellovansteenis#madrid
Van Steenis halts Edwards to defend PFL middleweight title in Madrid
sports21 days ago

Van Steenis halts Edwards to defend PFL middleweight title in Madrid

Costello van Steenis halted Fabian Edwards in the third round to defend the PFL middleweight title in Madrid, capitalizing on Edwards’s grappling decisions and finishing with a flurry of elbows as a takedown attempt backfired; it marked Van Steenis’s second win over Edwards and his first title defense in front of a home crowd, while Edwards’ world-title hopes—after two prior defeats—were dashed.

via BBC|
#fabian-edwards#middleweight#mma
Van Steenis Clinches PFL Madrid Middleweight Title with Third-Round Elbows
sports22 days ago

Van Steenis Clinches PFL Madrid Middleweight Title with Third-Round Elbows

Costello van Steenis defended his PFL middleweight title in Madrid by stopping Fabian Edwards with elbows at 1:48 of Round 3, capping a night that also featured A.J. McKee’s decision over Adam Borics, Luciano Pereira’s KO of Kevin Cordero, Linton Vassell’s TKO of Jose Augusto, Jacinta Austin’s first-round KO of Benita van Rooij, Franco Tenaglia’s second-round TKO of Yassin Najid (injury), and multiple decisions including Mattia Giordano over Ernesto Schisano, Gino van Steenis KO’ing Mark Ewen, Borja Garcia Heres over Rafael Calderon, Claudio Pacella over David Mora, and Nacho Campos over Mathys Duragrin.

via Sherdog|
#edwards#middleweight#mma
PFL Parts Ways With Ngannou, Shifts Focus to Recruiting New Talent for 2026
professional-fighters-league-pfl1 month ago

PFL Parts Ways With Ngannou, Shifts Focus to Recruiting New Talent for 2026

The Professional Fighters League has released Francis Ngannou after just one appearance in the promotion, as PFL pivots toward recruiting new talent for its 2026 schedule. Ngannou, 39, has largely focused on boxing against Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua and was briefly appointed PFL Africa chairman, but did not attend the 2025 Africa debut, making a UFC return unlikely per Dana White. PFL also plans a busy 2026 tour across multiple domestic and international stops after recently retiring its tournament format.

via MMA Mania|
#mma#ngannou#pfl
Nurmagomedov Extends Unbeaten Run With PFL Dubai Title Defense
sports2 months ago

Nurmagomedov Extends Unbeaten Run With PFL Dubai Title Defense

Usman Nurmagomedov defended his PFL lightweight title against Alfie Davis in the main event at PFL Dubai, preserving his flawless 20-0 (with one no-contest) pro record. The card also featured a welterweight title bout between Ramazan Kuramagomedov and Shamil Musaev in the co-main, along with several prelims and undercard wins, including Luke Trainer's submission of Rob Wilkinson, Khabib Nabiev's TKO over Ahmed Sami, and Jhony Gregory's guillotine finish of Haider Khan.

via MMA Fighting|
#alfie-davis#mma#pfl
Ngannou’s PFL Future Hangs in the Balance as Rankings Exclude Him
sports2 months ago

Ngannou’s PFL Future Hangs in the Balance as Rankings Exclude Him

Ngannou was left out of the PFL's new heavyweight rankings, fueling questions about his future with the promotion. PFL CEO John Martin says the omission wasn’t deliberate and may reflect Ngannou’s inactivity and contract terms, as the fighter has said one fight remains on his deal. He has floated a possible June UFC White House appearance, but there’s been no return announcement, and the PFL is still weighing options for a meaningful matchup.

via MMA Fighting|
#contract#francis-ngannou#mma
PFL’s First Rankings Omit Ngannou as Promotion Promises Evolution
sports2 months ago

PFL’s First Rankings Omit Ngannou as Promotion Promises Evolution

The PFL released its initial rankings under a new system, excluding Francis Ngannou from the heavyweight and pound-for-pound lists. CEO John Martin says these rankings are a starting point that will evolve over the next several months as fighters compete, with Ngannou still under contract and potentially a special project planned for him in 2026. The rankings are independently administered by Combat Registry.

via MMA Fighting|
#combat-registry#mma#ngannou
Nurmagomedov Defeats Hughes in Rematch to Claim PFL Belt
sports6 months ago

Nurmagomedov Defeats Hughes in Rematch to Claim PFL Belt

Usman Nurmagomedov narrowly defeated Paul Hughes on points to retain his PFL lightweight title in Dubai, with the fight marked by close rounds, strategic takedowns, and Hughes's impressive performance despite the loss. The bout highlighted Nurmagomedov's continued dominance and potential future moves, including a possible fight against Alfie Davis or a transition to UFC.

via BBC|
#hughes#mma#nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov Wins Rematch and Claims PFL Belt in Dubai
sports6 months ago

Nurmagomedov Wins Rematch and Claims PFL Belt in Dubai

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) held an event in Dubai featuring a lightweight title rematch between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes, with Nurmagomedov winning by unanimous decision, along with several other fights including Corey Anderson's victory over Dovlet Yagshimuradov. The event was streamed live on ESPN+, DAZN, and the PFL app.

via MMA Mania|
#dubai#hughes#mma
Patricio Pitbull Seeks Bellator Exit Over Inactivity Dispute
sports1 year ago

Patricio Pitbull Seeks Bellator Exit Over Inactivity Dispute

Patricio Pitbull, a prominent Bellator fighter, is seeking release from the promotion due to inactivity and unfulfilled promises of fights, particularly after Bellator's merger with the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Pitbull, who has been with Bellator since 2010, expressed dissatisfaction with the organization's management and aims to join the UFC to continue his legacy. He criticized the PFL-Bellator merger for prioritizing semi-retired fighters and internet celebrities over active fighters. Pitbull hopes to negotiate his release to pursue new opportunities in the UFC.

via MMA Fighting|
#bellator#mma#patricio-pitbull