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The PFL is set to determine its 2024 finalists across three thrilling events this August. Alongside the main card bouts, the PFL has announced several alternate fights that could see contenders stepping into the coveted $1 million finals.
PFL 7 — Aug. 2 in Nashville:
The first event kicks off in Nashville with an action-packed card headlined by heavyweight and flyweight semifinal clashes. Tyrell Fortune faces Sergei Bilostenniy as a heavyweight alternate, offering both fighters a crucial opportunity to step into the finals if needed.
Main Card:
Denis Goltsov vs. Tim Johnson — HW semifinal
Dakota Ditcheva vs. Jena Bishop — FlyW semifinal
Oleg Popov vs. Linton Vassell — HW semifinal
Liz Carmouche vs. Taila Santos — FlyW semifinal
Preliminary Card:
Tyrell Fortune vs. Sergei Bilostenniy — HW alternate
Alexei Pergande vs. Daniel Boehle
Cody Law vs. Zachary Hicks
Sergio Cossio vs. Dedrek Sanders
Jaleel Willis vs. Anthony Ivy
PFL 8 — Aug. 16 in Hollywood:
Two weeks later, PFL 8 takes place in Hollywood, Florida, featuring former champion Antonio Carlos Junior against Karl Albrektsson in a light heavyweight alternate bout. Elvin Espinoza will clash with Mads Burnell in a lightweight alternate fight, adding more intensity to the card.
Main Card:
Impa Kasanganay vs. Josh Silveira — LHW semifinal
Rob Wilkinson vs. Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov — LHW semifinal
Gadzhi Rabadanov vs. Michael Dufort — LW semifinal
Brent Primus vs. Clay Collard — LW semifinal
Biaggio Ali Walsh vs. Korey Taylor
Preliminary Card:
Antonio Carlos Jr. vs. Karl Albrektsson — LHW alternate
Danny Sabatello vs. Lazaro Dayron
Elvin Espinoza vs. Mads Burnell — LW alternate
Jordan Oliver vs. Braydon Akeo
Michelle Montague vs. Marilia Morais
PFL 9 — Aug. 23 in Washington:
The final event in Washington, DC, features high-stakes semifinals, with Neiman Gracie taking on Luca Poclit in a welterweight alternate bout. Tyler Diamond will face Enrique Barzola for a chance to be a featherweight alternate, adding further intrigue to the night.
Main Card:
Brendan Loughnane vs. Kai Kamaka — FW semifinal
Magomed Umalatov vs. Don Madge — WW semifinal
Gabriel Braga vs. Timur Khizriev — FW semifinal
Shamil Musaev vs. Murad Ramazanov — WW semifinal
Preliminary Card:
Ray Cooper III vs. Mukhamed Berkhamov
Neiman Gracie vs. Luca Poclit — WW alternate
Tyler Diamond vs. Enrique Barzola — FW alternate
Brahyan Zurcher vs. James Gallagher
Jesse Stirn vs. Jose Perez
These August events promise to deliver high-octane action as fighters vie for a spot in the $1 million finals. The inclusion of alternate bouts ensures that every fighter has a shot at glory, keeping the competition fierce and unpredictable.
What are your thoughts on the new PFL matchups? Share your predictions and excitement for the upcoming fights in the comments below!
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