Overview
- Sources confirmed Paul’s PFL contract has ended, following Ariel Helwani’s report that the affiliation is over.
- Paul’s multiyear deal, signed in January 2023, concluded with a 0-0 record and no MMA debut planned.
- His role as Head of Fighter Advocacy and the launch of a PPV SuperFight division produced no fights or recruitment milestones.
- The development comes as PFL founder Donn Davis resigns and former CEO Peter Murray departs, signaling organizational turnover.
- Paul remains focused on boxing after a December knockout loss to Anthony Joshua and jaw surgery, with a return targeted for 2026 and no public statements yet from either side on next steps.