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Clay Collard doesn’t mind facing Anthony Pettis again after PFL upset win: ‘Beating him twice would be even better’

BAD MMA News — Mon, 03 May 2021 18:54:13 +0000

Clay Collard defeated one of the PFL’s 2021 favorites right off the bat, but he may end up meeting him again. Collard (19-8) upset Anthony Pettis (24-11) at 2021 PFL 1 by unanimous decision when he battered the former UFC and WEC lightweight champion for the majority of the fight. Although Pettis lost, he still could earn a playoff spot, which means the two could end up crossing paths again. While it’s good for Collard to get a notable name like Pettis out of the way early, he’s open to fighting him again. “Beating him once is great

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Photos: PFL 2021, Week 1 weigh-ins and faceoffs

BAD MMA News — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 00:57:01 +0000

Check out the fighters on the scale and faceoffs ahead of PFL 2021, Week 1 , which takes place Friday in Atlantic City, N.J. (Photos courtesy of PFL)

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PFL 2021, Week 1 weigh-in results: Main card fighters on mark, but Mikhail Odintsov heavy on prelims

BAD MMA News — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 22:44:59 +0000

The weigh-ins are in the books for PFL’s return to action after missing all of 2020. The eight fighters on the main card all hit their marks at Thursday’s official weigh-ins, but one fighter on the prelims missed weight – which is a costly misstep in the PFL’s standings system. In the main event, former UFC and WEC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis (24-10) makes his promotional debut against Clay Collard (18-8).

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PFL partners with Twitter for exclusive behind-the-scenes access during live events

BAD MMA News — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 21:24:54 +0000

While PFL fight cards will be featured on ESPN2 and ESPN+ during the promotion’s 2021 campaign, a new partnership with Twitter aims to provide a valuable second-screen experience. PFL officials recently announced a partnership with the social media platform to provide fans with “a unique viewing experience with curated content from PFL fighters and other leading personalities before, during, and after the fights on Twitter through its new live event page.” PFL CEO Peter Murray said the goal is to enhance the live broadcast with exclusive, supplemental content in real time, with access that includes live looks at the final moments as fighters prepare to step into the cage. “You put the camera on those fighters, the camera doesn’t lie,” Murray told MMA Junkie. “You see that intensity. You see that contained energy, and it’s super-compelling, and we will do it in such an unobtrusive way to the athletes because we know it’s a really important moment for them as they’re getting their head straight and anticipating getting into the cage.

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MMA Junkie Radio #3151: Calvin Kattar; previewing UFC 261 and PFL 2021, Week 1

BAD MMA News — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:36:05 +0000

Thursday’s edition of MMA Junkie Radio with hosts “Gorgeous” George and “Goze” is here and will be live on SportsCastr at noon ET. On Episode 3,151, the fellas will help preview a couple of big weekend events, with UFC 261 and PFL 2021, Week 1 . Additionally, they’ll talk to UFC featherweight contender Calvin Kattar on his future plans, as well as recap the action from Wednesday’s ONE on TNT III event. Stream or download this and all episodes of MMA Junkie Radio over at OmnyStudio . You can also catch it on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and more.

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PFL’s Lance Palmer confident he’s among world’s best featherweights: ‘I know I’m at the top’

BAD MMA News — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:10:49 +0000

Lance Palmer thinks he’s one of the world’s best. The former WSOF featherweight champion and two-time PFL season winner thinks he ranks among the best 145-pound fighters in MMA today. Palmer (22-3) returns to the cage Friday to start a quest toward a third consecutive PFL title and $1 million at the end of the season

Ex-UFC champion Anthony Pettis: ‘I definitely have a target on my back’ entering PFL lightweight season

BAD MMA News — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:58:32 +0000

Anthony Pettis thinks he’s the man to beat in the upcoming PFL lightweight season. The former UFC and WEC champion makes his promotional debut Friday whenn he headlines the PFL’s Week 1 event in Atlantic City, N.J., against Clay Collard. The main card airs on ESPN 2 following prelims on ESPN+. The 34-year-old Pettis (24-10) knows he’s now among the most notable names on the roster and still one of the most popular fighters at 155 pounds, and thinks that’s made him a mark for the rest of the division.

Ex-UFC champion Anthony Pettis: ‘I definitely have a target on my back’ entering PFL lightweight season – MMA Junkie

Marcin Held: Being underdog vs. PFL champ Natan Schulte ‘a big advantage for me’

BAD MMA News — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:05:50 +0000

Marcin Held is embracing the role of underdog heading into his PFL debut. Held (26-7) takes on reigning lightweight champion Natan Schulte in the co-main event of PFL 2021, Week 1 on Friday, which airs on ESPN2 following prelims on ESPN+. He faces a tall order in back-to-back champion Schulte, who’s unbeaten during his PFL tenure. But Held, who’s garnered plenty of experience competing against the best during his stints with elite promotions such as the UFC and Bellator, is more than up for the challenge. “I was glad when I found out about it,” Held told MMA Junkie

Marcin Held: Being underdog vs. PFL champ Natan Schulte ‘a big advantage for me’ – MMA Junkie

Natan Schulte excited at prospect of having Anthony Pettis on his resume: ‘It’s going to be amazing’

BAD MMA News — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 23:44:25 +0000

Two-time PFL lightweight champion Natan Schulte hopes to get the opportunity to add a marquee name to his resume. Schulte (20-3), who’s won back-to-back season championships with the PFL, will look to make it three straight when he enters the 2021 season as reigning champion. He’ll be taking on some new faces, as well, starting with Marcin Held in the co-main event of PFL 2021, Week 1 , which takes place Friday at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, N.J. But there’s one particular name with whom Schulte is most excited to cross paths: former UFC and WEC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis (24-10), who meets Clay Collard on the night’s headliner

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PFL 2021, Week 1: Make your predictions for Anthony Pettis vs. Clay Collard

BAD MMA News — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 18:17:46 +0000

We want your predictions for Friday’s PFL 2021, Week 1 event in Atlantic City, N.J. Our staff picks feature includes the consensus picks from MMA Junkie readers. Simply cast your vote for each bout below, and we’ll use the official tallies that are registered by Thursday at noon ET (9 a.m. PT).

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