2023 PFL Challenger Series 1 takes place Friday at Universal Studios in Orlando, Fla., and you can watch the live stream and keep up with results from the event right here on MMA Junkie.
The PFL’s Challenger Series returns after making its debut in 2022, with athletes gunning for a PFL contract that could either serve as a developmental deal or earn them a spot directing into the regular season to compete for its $1 million prize. One fighter from a specific division each week will earn the contract.
2023 PFL Challenger Series 1, which airs live on fubo Sports Network, features welterweights and is headlined by Lucas Barbosa vs. Itso Babulaidze.
Additionally, Quemuel Ottoni, who is the only man to defeat UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira in MMA competition, is set to take on Jozef Wittner.
Below is the complete lineup and results for 2023 PFL Challenger Series 1:
- Itso Babulaidze def. Lucas Barbosa via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
- Thad Jean def. Eric Alequin via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
- Zach Juusola def. Jozef Wittner via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
- Kendly St. Louis def. Nick Alley via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 2, 2:17