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BREAKING: PFL Africa Debuts in Cape Town, Launching Major MMA Tournament Across the Continent – July 26

The Professional Fighters League has announced the launch of PFL Africa, its third international league, with a debut event scheduled for July 26, 2025, at GrandWest Arena in Cape Town, South Africa.

The event will mark the beginning of the 2025 PFL Africa Tournament, starting with first-round matchups in the Heavyweight and Bantamweight divisions. Each division will feature an eight-man bracket, with fighters advancing through semifinals and finals.

PFL Africa will be led by Chairman Francis Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion, in partnership with Helios Sports & Entertainment Group as a capital partner. Elias Schulze has been appointed General Manager to oversee the league’s launch and operations.