The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is in talks to acquire rival MMA promotion Bellator in a deal valued at up to $500 million. If the transaction goes through, the operation of both organizations remains uncertain. PFL has recently received a significant investment for global expansion and signed top fighters. Bellator, established in 2008, has hosted numerous events and features notable fighters such as Cris Cyborg.
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| The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is in discussions to acquire rival MMA promotion Bellator in a deal valued at up to $500 million. |
| Paramount, the owner of Bellator, would receive cash and equity in the PFL. |
| The operation of both organizations is yet to be determined if the deal goes through. |
| Bellator, established in 2008, has held nearly 300 events, including in Europe. |
| Notable fighters on Bellator’s roster include Cris Cyborg. |
| PFL recently received a minority stake from Saudi Arabia’s SRJ Sports Investments, injecting over $100 million for global expansion and signing top fighters. |
| PFL also signed Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul to strengthen its roster. |
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is currently in discussions to acquire Bellator, a rival mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion. The deal, valued at up to $500 million, would primarily involve a cash transaction, with Paramount, the owner of Bellator, also receiving some equity in the PFL. While the deal is not finalized, if it goes through, the operation of both organizations has yet to be determined. Bellator, established in 2008, has hosted nearly 300 events, including in Europe, and features notable fighters such as Cris Cyborg. PFL, known for its aggressive moves, recently received a minority stake from Saudi Arabia’s SRJ Sports Investments, injecting over $100 million to support global expansion and sign top fighters. The promotion also signed Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul to further strengthen its roster.
