PFL CEO waits on Usman Nurmagomedov's future after title defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 4:07 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin has not yet engaged in contract renewal talks with lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov, whose current deal expires after his bout with Archie Colgan on July 31 at UBS Arena in Long Island, New York. Although Martin values Nurmagomedov as a key fighter, he emphasized that the league's focus is on building a strong brand and developing multiple fighters rather than being reliant on a single athlete. The outcome of Nurmagomedov's upcoming fight may influence any potential offer from the PFL for him to remain with the organization.
- •Usman Nurmagomedov faces Archie Colgan on July 31.
- •Nurmagomedov's contract with PFL expires after this fight.
- •PFL CEO John Martin emphasizes brand over individual fighters.
- •Martin plans to wait for the fight results before contract discussions.
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — PFL CEO taking ‘wait and see’ approach to new deal for undefeated champ
"Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin is trying to build a brand that is not dependent on a single fighter.
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