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Ex-UFC star Vieira joins PFL for dream title fight
21 Aug
Summary
- Vieira was unexpectedly released by UFC after a recent victory.
- She now faces featherweight champion Cris Cyborg in PFL on Aug. 22.
- Vieira expressed disbelief at her UFC contract not being renewed.
Ketlen Vieira, a once top-ranked UFC bantamweight, is moving to PFL following her surprising release from the promotion. After nearly a decade with the UFC, Vieira was not offered a new contract despite a recent win, a decision she found difficult to comprehend.
Vieira expressed confusion over her release, noting her status as a top athlete and winning record, including victories over notable fighters. She is now set to face PFL's featherweight champion, Cris Cyborg, on August 22 in Tampa, a fight she considers a dream opportunity.
This move to PFL marks a new chapter for Vieira, who feels valued by her new organization. She is grateful for her time with the UFC, which provided her with a name and opportunities, but is now focused on her upcoming title fight and the potential growth of PFL.
