PFL Africa sets launch date for first-of-its-kind format, promises bright future for MMA in Africa

"This is the beginning of a long-lasting entity that will provide opportunities for generations of African athletes to compete and thrive as professional fighters," Murray declared.

“We are targeting April 2025, second quarter next year as the launch of PFL Africa, we would have four weight classes, some representative here on the stage, eighty fighters per weight class, we will start with 32 fighters and they will compete in the regular season, playoff and championship and they earn their way through.

PFL Africa is a true African company that we are launching and partnering with others to create," he said.

We will be showcasing the very best talent from across the continent, as well as developing the next wave of African MMA stars."

"This is just the beginning," Murray promised. "We are committed to the long-term development of MMA in Africa, from the elite level all the way down to the grassroots. The future is incredibly bright for PFL Africa and African MMA as a whole."