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Jason Jackson vs. Andrey Koreshkov Headlines PFL 2025 World Tournament First Round

Jason Jackson and Andrey Koreshkov face off ahead of their highly anticipated Welterweight clash.
April 3, 2025
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The 2025 PFL World Tournament kicks off on Thursday night at Universal Studios Florida, with former Bellator champions Jason Jackson and Andrey Koreshkov headlining the Welterweight bracket.

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Jose Torres bids darewell to rival Nkosi Ndebele after iconic trilogy

Jose Torres and Nkosi Ndebele [BRAVECF photo]
April 3, 2025
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Jose Torres paid tribute to longtime rival Nkosi Ndebele following his departure from BRAVE CF, marking the end of their historic trilogy.

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Carlo Bumina-ang Targets Statement Win at ONE Fight Night 30

Carlo Bumina-ang looks to deliver another explosive performance at ONE Fight Night 30. [ONE Championship photo]
April 1, 2025
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Filipino fighter Carlo “The Bull” Bumina-ang is set to make a statement at ONE Fight Night 30 as he faces Argentina’s Mauro Mastromarini in Bangkok.

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PFL Europe Paris: Barnaoui vs. Colgan headlines explosive MMA event on May 24

The Accor Arena set to host PFL Europe Paris on May 24.
March 28, 2025
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French MMA star Mansour Barnaoui is set to take on undefeated American contender Archie Colgan in a high-stakes lightweight showdown at PFL Europe Paris on May 24. The event will also feature Patrick Habirora vs. Nicolas Di Franco in a battle of Belgian lightweights.

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Ismail Khan signs with BRAVE CF, strengthens Pakistan’s presence in global MMA

Pakistan’s rising MMA star, Ismail Khan, signs a multi-fight deal with BRAVE CF.
March 27, 2025
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BRAVE Combat Federation has added another elite talent to its roster with the signing of Ismail “The Volcano” Khan, one of Pakistan’s most accomplished flyweight fighters. Known for his explosive style and historic three-second knockout, Khan is set to make waves in BRAVE CF’s stacked flyweight division.

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PFL partners with Starzplay to expand MMA coverage in MENA

The PFL and STARZPLAY partnership brings free MMA action to the MENA region in 2025.
March 25, 2025
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The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has signed a multi-year partnership with STARZPLAY, bringing premier MMA action to fans across the Middle East and North Africa. Starting April 3, viewers can access all PFL events, including PFL MENA, for free via STARZPLAY.

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Filipino Rising Stars Set for ONE Friday Fights 102 in Lumpinee

Can Islay Erika Bomogao, Marwin Quirante, and Jean Claude Saclag all emerge victorious at ONE Friday Fights 102? [ONE Championship photo]
March 25, 2025
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Three undefeated Filipino prospects—Islay Erika Bomogao, Marwin Quirante, and Jean Claude Saclag—return to action at ONE Friday Fights 102 on March 28 at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium. With high-stakes matchups ahead, each fighter looks to make a statement in their respective bouts.

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1xBet and ZCL3: THE REDEMPTION – The Biggest MMA Event in the Philippines

March 24, 2025
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The highly anticipated Zeus Combat League 3: THE REDEMPTION is set to take place on April 26, 2025, at SM Skydome, bringing together the best Filipino MMA fighters.

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Nkosi Ndebele departs BRAVE CF, leaving behind a champion’s legacy

The MMA star bids farewell to the promotion that helped shape his career.
March 23, 2025
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BRAVE Combat Federation bids farewell to Nkosi “The Future” Ndebele, the promotion’s first fully homegrown world champion. His departure marks the end of an era, but his impact on BRAVE CF and African MMA will endure.

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Shinya Aoki reflects on friendship with Eduard Folayang ahead of final bout

Their fourth and final battle will mark the end of an unforgettable rivalry in ONE Championship. [ONE Championship photo]
March 22, 2025
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Former ONE Lightweight MMA World Champion Shinya Aoki opens up about his friendship with longtime rival Eduard Folayang ahead of their final clash at ONE 172.

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