PFL, Bellator and Patricio Pitbull

PFL releases Bellator champion Patricio Pitbull: Promotion cuts star after months of frustration from fighter
Bellator MMA's most decorated champion is a free agent. Professional Fighters League chairman Donn Davis announced that the promotion released Patricio Pitbull from his contract on Tuesday after a hailstorm of tweets by the disgruntled former two-division champion.
Bellator legend Patricio Pitbull reflects on PFL turmoil that led to his release: 'I just stated facts'
The legendary three-time Bellator featherweight champion and former lightweight champion was granted his release from PFL on Tuesday after expressing his dissatisfaction with the promotion for months. Pitbull has made his intentions crystal clear in recent weeks: He wants to end his career in the UFC.
Bellator Star Patricio Pitbull Calls Out Former UFC Champ Following PFL Release
Patricio “Pitbull” Freire wasted absolutely no time after the PFL agreed to release the former Bellator double-champion from his contract.
PFL release Bellator champion Pitbull
Pitbull, 37, hit out at the PFL on Tuesday on social media after it was confirmed the PFL would be ending the Bellator brand. The Brazilian was one of Bellator's top stars before
Bellator champ Patricio Pitbull released from PFL contract after explosive social media rant
After a barrage of negative and disgruntled social media posts on Tuesday from Pitbull, PFL founder Donn Davis announced on X that the promotion has officially released the featherweight champion.
PFL chairman Donn Davis explains why he released Patricio Pitbull, addresses Bellator fighter grievances
PFL Chairman Donn Davis address Patricio Pitbull’s release from the promotion, other Bellator fighter grievances.
Bellator Veteran Neiman Gracie Parts Ways with PFL, Kai Kamaka III Asks for Release
Former Bellator fighter Neiman Gracie splits from PFL; Kai Kamaka III puts promotion on blast, demands release.
PFL changes tournament format, eliminates Bellator promotion
The PFL will institute several changes in 2025, including a complete overhaul of its signature "season" format as well as ...
PFL releases official statement regarding Bellator branding
The Bellator brand is no more. PFL MMA has released an official statement addressing the future branding of Bellator. PFL ...
PFL Makes Major Changes, Here’s Everything You Need To Know
The PFL made some massive changes to their structure for the 2025 season. Here's what's changing with the MMA organization.
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‘Bellator is dead’ as PFL make wholesale changes to tournament and event structures
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PFL announces 2025 tournaments over eight weight classes with fighters TBD
It’s been a tumultuous series of news cycles for the PFL in recent months, but Wednesday the promotion announced a plan.
(Exclusive) Usman Nurmagomedov on Paul Hughes & PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series
Undefeated Bellator Lightweight Champion Usman Nurmagomedov spoke with MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré ahead of his fight at PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series.
PFL ditches season format for March Madness-style 'PFL World Tournaments'
The Professional Fighters League has made two big moves to streamline its product ahead of a big year for the promotion in ...