Dakota Ditcheva defeats Denise Kielholtz at PFL New York
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 12:37 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Dakota Ditcheva returned to the octagon on August 1, 2026, defeating Denise Kielholtz by unanimous decision at PFL New York in Elmont, New York. The fight, which was Ditcheva's first since July 2025, showcased her dominance throughout the three rounds. Ditcheva, now 11-0 in the PFL, asserted control after overcoming an early submission attempt by Kielholtz. The judges scored the fight 30-27 across the board. Ditcheva’s victory halted Kielholtz's three-fight winning streak.
- •Dakota Ditcheva wins by unanimous decision, 30-27.
- •Fight took place at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY.
- •Ditcheva improves record to 11-0 in PFL.
- •Kielholtz had a three-fight winning streak snapped.
- •Event held on August 1, 2026.
- 12:37 AMYahoo Sports — PFL New York results: Dakota Ditcheva sweeps Denise Kielholtz in return
"The bout marked Dakota Ditcheva's first in over a year – and there may have been some ring rust.
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