Cris Cyborg praised by PFL CEO after win, talks Shields bout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:15 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Cris Cyborg received high praise from PFL CEO John Martin following her closely contested victory against Ketlen Vieira at PFL Tampa on August 23, 2026. Martin described Cyborg as the most accomplished women's MMA fighter in history. He noted Vieira's strong performance despite missing weight. The possibility of a boxing match between Cyborg and Claressa Shields was also addressed, highlighting the opportunity for MMA fighters to pursue boxing following the PFL-Most Valuable Promotions merger.
- •Cyborg defeated Ketlen Vieira at PFL Tampa on August 23.
- •PFL CEO John Martin called Cyborg a legendary fighter.
- •Martin praised Vieira's effort despite her weight miss.
- •Cyborg's boxing match with Claressa Shields is a possibility due to PFL merger.
- •The PFL-MVP merger opens new paths for MMA fighters.
- 7:15 AMYahoo Sports — John Martin hails Cris Cyborg, addresses potential boxing bout with Claressa Shields
"Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin had nothing but praise for Cris Cyborg after her victory in Tampa, Florida.
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