Historic PFL vs. Bellator Champions Fight Card Set to Define Promotional Titans Clash

A groundbreaking showdown is on the horizon as PFL and Bellator MMA prepare to collide in a monumental champions’ event. This extraordinary PFL vs. Bellator pay-per-view spectacle marks a pivotal moment in MMA history, showcasing top-tier talent from both organizations. Fans eagerly anticipate the clash that awaits, headlined by heavyweight giants Renan Ferreira of PFL and Bellator’s Ryan Bader, with light heavyweight and middleweight champions Impa Kasanganay and Johnny Eblen set to duel at 185 pounds.

The card, set in the prestigious Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, features an elite lineup of champions, including Bellator welterweight titleholder Jason Jackson, Ray Cooper III, a former two-time PFL season champion, and other prominent fighters. Notable matchups include 2021 PFL heavyweight champion Bruno Cappelozza entering the heavyweight division against former Bellator light heavyweight champ Vadim Nemkov, as well as thrilling bouts between ex-UFC contenders Thiago Santos and Yoel Romero at light heavyweight.

PFL CEO Peter Murray expressed immense pride in the historic event, emphasizing the long-awaited union between the two powerhouse promotions. Murray announced plans for a recurring spectacle, pitching annual PFL champions vs. Bellator champions fights to kickstart each season. Describing the concept as MMA’s All-Star Game, Murray highlighted the event’s significance in elevating the sport’s prestige and offering fans unprecedented matchups.

Leading up to the main card, the event promises riveting action with prelims commencing at noon ET exclusively on ESPN+, followed by the highly anticipated main card at 3 p.m. on PPV. With fighters from PFL and Bellator poised to deliver a spectacle of world-class combat, the event sets the stage for a monumental evening in Riyadh.