As per an official PFL press release, the PFL have announced PFL Africa. As per the press release the key points are:
- First premium Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) league featuring top African athletes, with all events held across the continent, and available via leading regional media partners
- MMA Superstar Francis Ngannou to serve as PFL Africa Chairman
- Helios Sports & Entertainment Group invests to become strategic partner in PFL Africa
- PFL Africa will be Africa’s most accessible sports league across linear, digital and mobile platforms upon Q2 2025 launch
PFL CEO Peter Murray has commented on the announcement stating:
“The Professional Fighters League is excited to announce PFL Africa, the third international fight franchise as we continue on our path to becoming the Champions League of MMA”
“Africa is home to some of the greatest fighters in the world, including our league Chairman Francis Ngannou, and some of the greatest fans in the sport.