Usman Nurmagomedov secures first-round KO at PFL NY event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 2:50 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Usman Nurmagomedov achieved a decisive first-round knockout over Archie Colgan at the Professional Fighters League event in New York on August 1, 2026. This fight marked a return for Nurmagomedov, who had recently fought out the last match of his contract. His victory raises questions about his future with the PFL following their merger with Most Valuable Promotions. Dakota Ditcheva also made her return, winning against Denise Kielholtz, and is anticipated to face Liz Carmouche next. Other notable fights included Amru Magomedov against Alfie Davis and Moustapha Diakhate's debut victory over Darryl King Walker.
- •Nurmagomedov defeats Colgan with a first-round KO.
- •Ditcheva wins against Kielholtz and targets Carmouche next.
- •Magomedov secures TKO over Alvarez, seeks top contender.
- •Diakhate makes impressive PFL debut with first-round finish.
- •Upcoming potential matchups feature established fighters and rising stars.
- 2:50 AMYahoo Sports — Matches to make after PFL NY
"Fresh off the news of the merger with Most Valuable Promotions, Professional Fighters League continued its “Summer Series” run of events with a surge of momentum.
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