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Dakota Ditcheva respects Cris Cyborg but doubts a future fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Dakota Ditcheva respects Cris Cyborg but doubts a future fight
Summary

Dakota Ditcheva expressed respect for Cris Cyborg but stated that a fight between them likely won't happen. The undefeated PFL star, who is set to fight Denise Kielholtz on July 31, feels she is too small to face the former champion. Ditcheva emphasized the importance of focusing on fighters in her own division, mentioning Liz Carmouche as a potential opponent. She noted that while the matchup intrigues fans, her current priority is competing at her weight class and proving herself through upcoming fights.

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  • •Ditcheva respects Cyborg but calls the fight impractical.
  • •She focuses on upcoming fights in her own division.
  • •Ditcheva faces Kielholtz on July 31 in Long Island.
  • •Carmouche is also a targeted opponent for Ditcheva.
  • •Ditcheva prefers to choose her fights rather than follow external demands.
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  • 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Dakota Ditcheva not afraid of Cris Cyborg but doesn't see fight happening
What they're saying
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Dakota Ditcheva vs. Cris Cyborg might have to remain a fantasy matchup only forever.

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