The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has just raised the stakes in MMA! Get ready for an electrifying battle as the PFL 2025 World Tournament kicks off in April, featuring 64 world-class fighters across eight weight classes, all vying for ultimate glory.
This high-octane, single-elimination showdown promises to deliver the most intense, must-watch action in combat sports. With semi-finals slated for June and championships in August, the tournament’s five-month journey will determine who truly reigns supreme.
Eight Divisions. One Ultimate Goal.
Heavyweight, Light Heavyweight, Middleweight, Welterweight, Lightweight, Featherweight, Bantamweight, and Women’s Flyweight – the PFL has covered every major weight class, giving fans the thrill of watching their favorite fighters battle it out across eight stacked brackets.
The challenge? Win three consecutive fights in five months to claim the title of PFL Tournament Champion in one of the world’s toughest MMA gauntlets.
Bigger Rewards, Bigger Risks
Fighters will not only face the toughest opponents in their careers but will also have a chance to win a share of the $20 million prize pool, with an additional $500,000 bonus for each division’s champion. And here’s something new to ramp up the excitement – elbows are now officially allowed in all tournament fights!
Each round will deliver non-stop action, with the first round and semi-final bouts scheduled for three rounds of five minutes each, and the finals going the full five rounds. Expect fireworks as the world’s top-tier fighters bring their A-game, knowing there’s no second chance – it’s one shot, win or go home.
Mark Your Calendars – Key Dates
First Round: April 3, April 11, April 18, 2025
Semi-Finals: June 12, June 20, June 27, 2025
Championships: August 1, August 15, August 21, 2025
The brackets and matchups will be revealed in February, along with the highly anticipated roster of 64 elite fighters. Broadcast live on ESPN and ESPN+ in the U.S. and streamed globally across 190 countries, fans worldwide can experience every heart-pounding moment in real-time.
“No Greater Thrill in Sports”
“The PFL World Tournament represents continued innovation, and we are thrilled to present global MMA fans with an even more exciting product,” said PFL CEO Peter Murray. “One shot, single elimination – nothing’s more thrilling in all of sports.”
Stay tuned for the February reveal of the full fighter lineup and bracket matchups. MMA fans, this is the event you’ve been waiting for – one shot, eight champions, and endless glory on the line. Are you ready for PFL 2025.