Cris Cyborg recruits Holly Holm for training before PFL Tampa bout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:24 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Cris Cyborg will face Ketlen Vieira on August 22 at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida. To prepare, Cyborg has enlisted the help of Holly Holm, a fellow pioneer in women's combat sports. Cyborg regards Vieira as one of her toughest opponents and believes Holm's experience will be beneficial. This fight also marks the conclusion of Cyborg's current PFL contract. Holm previously fought Cyborg at UFC 219, where Cyborg claimed victory by unanimous decision.
- •Cyborg's record stands at 29-2, Vieira's at 16-5.
- •Holm is providing training support for Cyborg's preparation.
- •The fight is scheduled for August 22 in Tampa, Florida.
- •Cyborg considers Vieira a serious challenge.
- •Holm and Cyborg previously met at UFC 219.
- 2:24 AMYahoo Sports — Cris Cyborg adds Holly Holm to camp ahead of PFL Tampa fight with Ketlen Vieira
"Cris Cyborg has brought in fellow legend Holly Holm to prepare for her upcoming fight in the Professional Fighters League.
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