WASHINGTON, D.C. — With the business of the Professional Fighters League continuing to grow and expand, the decision makers have plenty to hang their hat on.
With the launch of PFL MENA in 2024 and the announcement of PFL Africa coming in 2025 to add to the already established PFL Europe, the visions of Donn Davis, Peter Murray, and Co. continue to be met. During the PFL semifinals event in Washington, D.C., this past weekend, Davis spoke to the media covering a litany of topics, including his pride in the success of the PFL thus far.
Speaking to Sherdog.com in his scrum, Davis was asked about all the success and opportunities that the PFL offers in a variety of ways. Not only did he speak glowingly of the avenues the company has available but also how it is relatable to everyday people who are fighting to improve.
“Look, ‘What do you fight for?’ is on the steps to the cage,” Davis said. “Fighters are certainly fighting to advance their career and make more money, and become a champion. But everybody’s a fighter. I’m fighting to build this company. You’re all fighting to become better reporters. We’re all fighting to make our parents proud, to buy a house, send our kids to college, maybe have $1 million for retirement. We’re all fighting for something.”
It’s not just the fight for something, but for Davis, he takes pride in the unique differences the PFL has, and the ability to be another choice for fighters.
“The PFL can provide opportunity and you’re not under somebody’s thumb. It’s a huge sense of pride,” Davis said. “That we can give fans a choice? It’s a huge sense of pride. That we can grow the sport? It’s a huge sense of pride. I really think that opportunity is the core of what we’re trying to do, and we feel great about it.”
The Professional Fighters League is not defined by just one singular goal. Whether it be the PFL international leagues or the PFL Global Season — featuring six different weight classes which will crown a champion — the PFL has multiple avenues for fighters to find success.
Davis specifically has spent time this year pushing to make it known that not only does the promotion want to be regarded as the co-leader of MMA, but to also be a separate choice for fight fans. Additionally, the goal of becoming the “Champions League of MMA” also continues to grow with the expansion of their international leagues.
The PFL has continued to stick to its guns, evolve its plans each year and the success has followed. Its unique season and points format provides fans a different way to watch MMA, while also giving fighters a different opportunity and company to not only compete, but to become a champion in just one calendar year.
As the PFL and its business continues to grow from both a logistical and entertainment perspective, Donn Davis and the entire PFL brass have plenty to be proud of.
