Read about the thrilling conclusion of the PFL 2023 season finale, where six champions were crowned and awarded $1 million grand prizes. Olivier Aubin-Mercier, Larissa Pacheco, Renan Ferreira, Magomed Magomedkerimov, Impa Kasanganay, and Jesus Pinedo emerged victorious in their respective divisions.
| Championship | Winner | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Lightweight | Olivier Aubin-Mercier | Defeated Clay Collard via unanimous decision |
| Women’s Featherweight | Larissa Pacheco | Defeated Marina Mokhnatkina via unanimous decision |
| Heavyweight | Renan Ferreira | Defeated Denis Goltsov via TKO |
| Welterweight | Magomed Magomedkerimov | Submitted Sadibou Sy via guillotine choke |
| Light Heavyweight | Impa Kasanganay | Defeated Josh Silveira via unanimous decision |
| Featherweight | Jesus Pinedo | Defeated Gabriel Braga via TKO |
The PFL 2023 season finale showcased six thrilling championship bouts. Olivier Aubin-Mercier successfully defended his lightweight title, while Larissa Pacheco claimed the women’s featherweight championship for the second time. Renan Ferreira became the new heavyweight champion, and Magomed Magomedkerimov reclaimed the welterweight title. Impa Kasanganay dominated the light heavyweight division, and Jesus Pinedo emerged as the featherweight champion, making history as the first Peruvian champion in major MMA.
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) concluded its thrilling 2023 season with an action-packed finale in Washington. Six deserving fighters emerged as champions, each taking home a staggering $1 million grand prize. Olivier Aubin-Mercier defended his lightweight title for the second consecutive year, while Larissa Pacheco claimed the women’s featherweight championship for the second time. Renan Ferreira became the PFL heavyweight champion, Magomed Magomedkerimov secured the welterweight title, Impa Kasanganay dominated the light heavyweight division, and Jesus Pinedo emerged as the featherweight champion. Let’s dive into the exhilarating details of each championship bout.
Lightweight Championship: Olivier Aubin-Mercier vs. Clay Collard
In the main event, Olivier Aubin-Mercier showcased his exceptional grappling skills to defeat Clay Collard via unanimous decision. Aubin-Mercier’s relentless takedowns and control time proved to be the deciding factor, securing him the victory and his second consecutive lightweight title.
Women’s Featherweight Championship: Larissa Pacheco vs. Marina Mokhnatkina
Larissa Pacheco continued her dominance in the women’s featherweight division, defeating Marina Mokhnatkina by unanimous decision. Pacheco’s heavy punches and ground game overwhelmed her opponent, earning her the championship for the second year in a row.
Heavyweight Championship: Renan Ferreira vs. Denis Goltsov
Renan Ferreira delivered a thunderous TKO victory over Denis Goltsov to claim the PFL heavyweight championship. With a powerful right hand, Ferreira sent Goltsov to the canvas and finished him off with ground-and-pound, solidifying his status as the new heavyweight champion.
Welterweight Championship: Magomed Magomedkerimov vs. Sadibou Sy
Magomed Magomedkerimov reclaimed the welterweight title by submitting Sadibou Sy in the third round. With a swift guillotine choke, Magomedkerimov forced Sy to tap, securing his place as the welterweight champion once again.
Light Heavyweight Championship: Impa Kasanganay vs. Josh Silveira
Impa Kasanganay dominated Josh Silveira to capture the light heavyweight title. With a unanimous decision victory, Kasanganay showcased his skills and marked an impressive turnaround in his career, now standing as the reigning light heavyweight champion.
Featherweight Championship: Jesus Pinedo vs. Gabriel Braga
Jesus Pinedo avenged his loss to Gabriel Braga with a third-round TKO victory, earning him the featherweight championship. Pinedo’s remarkable journey included knockout wins over Brendan Loughnane and Bubba Jenkins, making him the first Peruvian champion in major MMA history.
The PFL’s 2023 season finale was a night of triumph and extraordinary performances. These six champions have etched their names in MMA history and are now set to face new challenges in the future. Stay tuned for more thrilling action from the PFL.
