Boxing world champion Savannah Marshall is set to make her MMA debut at PFL Europe Newcastle on June 8. Don’t miss this historic matchup as Marshall steps into the world of mixed martial arts.
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| PFL Europe Newcastle | June 8 | Utilita Arena |
- Boxing world champion Savannah Marshall to make her MMA debut at PFL Europe Newcastle
- 2024 PFL Europe Regular Season continues with bantamweights and women’s flyweights
- Exclusive broadcast on DAZN
- Potential rematch between Marshall and Claressa Shields
- Savannah Marshall, a force to be reckoned with in combat sports
Tune in to DAZN on June 8 to witness this historic event.
Boxing World Champion Savannah Marshall to Make MMA Debut
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to make history as boxing world champion Savannah Marshall steps into the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) at PFL Europe Newcastle. The event, scheduled for Saturday, June 8 at Utilita Arena, will showcase Marshall’s debut in the MMA world. This highly-anticipated matchup is expected to draw in fans from all over the world.
PFL Europe Regular Season Continues
Apart from Marshall’s debut, the 2024 PFL Europe Regular Season will continue with bantamweights and women’s flyweights vying for a spot in the PFL Europe Playoffs in September. The participants and matchups for these divisions will be announced shortly.
Exclusive Broadcast on DAZN
Fans in the U.K. can catch all the action exclusively on DAZN, with the broadcast starting at 5 p.m. GMT. Tickets for the event are already on sale, so make sure to secure your spot.
A Clash of Titans
PFL CEO Peter Murray expressed his excitement about Marshall’s MMA debut, stating, "The Professional Fighters League prides itself on having the best athletes in the world on its roster, and on June 8, PFL welcomes boxing world champion Savannah Marshall to the SmartCage for her MMA debut. This is a historic moment for both Marshall and the league, and we can’t wait to see her compete in front of her hometown fans in Newcastle."
Marshall’s Potential Rematch
Marshall’s MMA debut opens up the possibility of a rematch with Claressa Shields, with whom she had a highly-watched boxing matchup in the past. If both fighters continue their success in MMA, a clash between them wearing four-ounce gloves in the PFL SmartCage could be on the horizon.
Savannah Marshall: A Force to be Reckoned With
Savannah Marshall, a native of Newcastle, is a force to be reckoned with in combat sports. As a high-profile signing in 2023, Marshall is ready to showcase her dominance in a new sport. With an impressive boxing career boasting 10 victories by knockout, Marshall joins the ranks of the deepest female combat sports roster in the world.
Don’t Miss the Action
Make sure to tune in to DAZN on June 8 to witness the historic MMA debut of boxing world champion Savannah Marshall. This is an event that fight fans won’t want to miss!
