Cris Cyborg defends PFL title in likely final MMA fight
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:49 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Cris Cyborg is set to defend her PFL belt on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in what may be her final MMA fight. With a career that includes 32 fights and 19 title bouts, Cyborg remains a prominent figure in the sport. The upcoming match will be significant not only for her career but also for the PFL as it showcases one of its most successful fighters. Fans and analysts are closely watching this fight as it could mark the end of an era in MMA.
- •Cris Cyborg defends her PFL belt on August 22, 2026.
- •This fight is expected to be her last in MMA.
- •Cyborg has 32 career fights and 19 title bouts.
- 2:25 PMESPN — After 32 MMA fights, Cyborg is still living up to her name
"Cris Cyborg, who has 19 career title fights, defends her PFL belt Saturday in possibly her last MMA fight.
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