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PFL Champions Series

Van Steenis stuns Eblen in wild comeback as PFL Africa debuts in Cape Town

Costello Van Steenis celebrates after choking out Johnny Eblen at the buzzer to win the PFL Middleweight title.
July 20, 2025
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Costello Van Steenis shocks the MMA world with a last-second submission over Johnny Eblen, headlining a thrilling debut for PFL Africa in Cape Town.

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PFL Cape Town 2025 brings global spotlight to Africa with AJ McKee, Johnny Eblen, Dakota Ditcheva

African MMA takes center stage with the launch of the PFL Africa Tournament.
June 5, 2025
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The Professional Fighters League makes history with the first global MMA event in Africa, headlined by Johnny Eblen and Dakota Ditcheva. The July 19 fight card in Cape Town will also launch the PFL Africa Tournament.

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PFL Africa Tickets Go On Sale as Cape Town Gears Up for Inaugural Event on July 19

32 fighters from 15 nations will compete in the 2025 PFL Africa tournament.
May 21, 2025
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PFL Africa 1 hits GrandWest Arena in Cape Town on July 19, with tickets going on sale May 22. Featuring elite African talent and a historic Champions Series card, the event marks a monumental step for MMA on the continent.

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Professional Fighters League expands to Oceania with PFL Pacific and Stan Sport deal

From L-R: PFL Fighter Raihere Dudes; James Frewin, PFL Managing Director, International; Pete Murray, PFL CEO; Dan Taylor, Acting Managing Director, Stan; Ben Kimber, Director of Sports, Stan; PFL Fighters Joseph Luciano, Sara Collins and Sean Gauci
May 13, 2025
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The Professional Fighters League has officially launched PFL Pacific, its fourth international league, with events set across Australia and New Zealand through a landmark partnership with Stan, 9Now, and the 9Network.

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PFL Africa storms into scene with high-stakes opener in Cape Town

Helios Sports & Entertainment partners with PFL to power the African MMA scene through strategic investment.
May 7, 2025
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PFL Africa makes its debut July 26 in Cape Town with the launch of the 2025 tournament and major world title bouts under the Champions Series: Road to Dubai.

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PFL reveals full Road to Dubai Champions Series Undercard showcasing top Emirati and International talents

December 18, 2024
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The Professional Fighters League unveils the Road to Dubai Champions Series undercard, featuring top fighters from the UAE and global MMA stars. Headlined by Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes, the event promises thrilling action.

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