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Bryan Battle calls for Jake Paul MMA fight after PFL merger

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:00 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Bryan Battle calls for Jake Paul MMA fight after PFL merger
Summary

Bryan Battle expressed willingness to welcome Jake Paul into the Professional Fighters League (PFL) if he transitions to MMA. The remarks follow a merger between PFL and Paul’s promotion, Most Valuable Promotions. Battle, who lost his PFL debut earlier this year, considers a matchup with Paul an 'easy payday.' He is set to fight Dalton Rosta at PFL Charlotte later today. Paul has previously indicated interest in an MMA fight against Nate Diaz, though reactions to that potential bout are mixed.

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  • •Bryan Battle is a former UFC contender and current PFL fighter.
  • •Battle lost his PFL debut to Johnny Eblen in March 2026.
  • •He will headline against Dalton Rosta at PFL Charlotte today.
  • •Jake Paul has lobbied for an MMA fight against Nate Diaz.
  • •Paul's merger with PFL could open doors for his MMA aspirations.
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  • 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — No ‘Problem Child!’ Bryan Battle Lobbies For Jake Paul MMA Fight
What they're saying
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If Jake Paul ever decides to make an actual move over to mixed martial arts (MMA) and compete under the Professional Fighters League (PFL) banner then former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) contender Bryan Battle will gladly welcome him with open arms. Last month, Paul helped spearhead a meaningful merger between PFL and his own promotion, […]

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