PFL Announces Major Overhaul with New Tournament Format and Bellator Integration

The Professional Fighters League replaces its season structure with a single-elimination tournament and phases out the Bellator brand following its 2023 acquisition.

• The PFL will transition from its traditional season format to an annual single-elimination World Tournament featuring eight weight classes, starting in April 2025.
• Tournament winners will receive $500,000, with the total prize pool exceeding $20 million, while fighters also earn show and win purses during the competition.
• The Bellator brand will no longer be used, with its roster fully integrated into the PFL, though some fighters, including Patricio 'Pitbull' Freire, have been released.
• The new format condenses the competition timeline from eight months to five, aiming to enhance fan engagement and streamline the tournament structure.
• PFL's global expansion continues with plans to launch PFL Africa in June 2025, complementing existing regional leagues in Europe and the Middle East.

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