League: UFC Sport: MMA Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Ketlen Vieira misses weight ahead of PFL title fight against Cris Cyborg

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:44 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Ketlen Vieira misses weight ahead of PFL title fight against Cris Cyborg

Summary

Ketlen Vieira missed weight for her PFL debut against Cris Cyborg, coming in seven pounds over the limit at 152 pounds. This featherweight title fight will still proceed as a non-title bout despite Vieira's weight misstep. Vieira expressed her surprise at being released by UFC earlier this year, citing a strong competitive record and recent victory. She has missed weight in previous fights as well. The fight in Tampa is scheduled for this weekend.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Vieira was cut from UFC in May despite a Top 5 ranking.
•She secured a decision win at UFC Vegas 117 prior to her release.
•Cyborg remains the reigning champion in the featherweight division.
•The fight will still occur despite Vieira's weight miss.
•This is Vieira’s second missed weight occurrence.

Latest Updates

6:44 PMYahoo Sports — PFL debutant still mad about UFC release just missed weight by seven pounds for Cris Cyborg title fight

What they're saying

"
Ketlen Vieira was one of several fighters cut by UFC back in May, a surprising decision considering “Fenomeno” was ranked in the Top 5, held victories over two former bantamweight champions, and was coming off a decision win over Jacqueline Cavalcanti at the UFC Vegas 117 MMA event at the time of her release. “It […]
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

UFC MMA