Usman Nurmagomedov considers free agency after PFL Long Island fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Usman Nurmagomedov will compete against Archie Colgan at PFL Long Island on July 31, fulfilling the last fight of his contract. Nurmagomedov, the undefeated PFL lightweight champion, has not yet signed an extension. His future remains uncertain as he prepares to gauge the interest of other promotions, including the UFC. Nurmagomedov is currently ranked No. 6 in the USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie lightweight rankings and hopes a strong performance against Colgan will enhance his marketability.
- •Nurmagomedov faces Colgan in the main event at PFL Long Island.
- •The fight is scheduled for July 31 at UBS Arena in New York.
- •Nurmagomedov's current record stands at 21-0.
- •He is open to offers from the UFC following his PFL contract.
- •A strong performance could improve his bargaining position in free agency.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Usman Nurmagomedov will consider all options in free agency after PFL Long Island
"Usman Nurmagomedov has not signed a contract extension ahead of PFL Long Island, opening the door for a UFC move.
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