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Cris Cyborg Submits Sara Collins to Capture PFL Featherweight Crown in Lyon

After the victory, the 40-year-old said she plans one final MMA fight in 2026, naming Leah McCourt or Dakota Ditcheva as potential opponents.

Overview

  • Cyborg beat previously unbeaten Sara Collins by third-round submission in the co-main event at LDLC Arena to claim the inaugural PFL women’s featherweight title.
  • Outlets disagreed on the exact finish, with reports describing either a rear‑naked choke or a neck/face crank, though all confirmed a Round 3 submission.
  • She signaled a farewell bout in 2026 and mentioned McCourt or flyweight standout Dakota Ditcheva, with a catchweight possibility discussed.
  • Vadim Nemkov defeated Renan Ferreira on the same card to secure the inaugural PFL heavyweight championship under the promotion’s new title structure.
  • A controversial 44‑second stoppage in the PFL Europe bantamweight final gave Baris Adiguzel a TKO over Dean Garnett, prompting immediate criticism from fans.