Simeon Powell fight canceled at PFL New York, rescheduled in Charlotte
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Simeon Powell's light heavyweight fight against Dovlet Yagshimuradov at PFL New York was canceled due to a decision by the athletic commission. Powell cited a previous surgery as the reason for the commission's refusal to allow him to compete. He expressed frustration but confirmed the matchup will be moved to PFL Charlotte on August 7. The event will also feature a middleweight bout between Bryan Battle and Dalton Rosta.
- •Powell's fight was set for August 4 at UBS Arena in Belmont, NY.
- •The athletic commission cited a previous surgery as the reason for the cancellation.
- •PFL Charlotte on August 7 will host the rescheduled fight.
- •Powell has competed successfully after the surgery without issues.
- •PFL Charlotte will also include other main card fights.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Simeon Powell explains PFL New York cancellation, gets new date
"Simeon Powell was ready to compete at PFL New York, but the athletic commission would not allow it.
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