Heavyweight Championship Main Event
Vadim Nemkov will step into the heavyweight spotlight on December 13 as he challenges Renan Ferreira for the PFL Heavyweight Championship in Lyon, France. The bout, set for the LDLC Arena, marks Nemkov’s rise from his successful run as Bellator’s light-heavyweight champion to a shot at PFL gold. Ferreira enters the contest aiming to bounce back from recent setbacks and reaffirm his place among the division’s elite.
Cyborg Returns in Co-Main Event
Cris Cyborg will make her return to MMA competition on the same card, facing undefeated contender Sara Collins for the PFL Women’s Featherweight title. A veteran and former champion across multiple promotions, Cyborg remains one of the most prominent figures in the sport. Collins, unbeaten in her professional career, will look to seize the biggest opportunity of her career against one of MMA’s most dominant forces.
PFL Brings Championship Action to France
The Lyon event underscores PFL’s continued expansion into Europe, showcasing two high-stakes title bouts in a single night. With Nemkov seeking to establish himself as a heavyweight champion and Cyborg defending her legacy against a rising talent, the December card is set to be one of the promotion’s most significant international showcases to date.
