PFL (Professional Fighters League) MMA Betting Odds & Lines - Bet on Mixed Martial Arts Online

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is home to some of the best fighters in mixed martial arts (MMA). You can bet on all PFL events right here at Stake Sportsbook. Check the latest MMA betting odds or read on to learn more about the organisation.

What is PFL (Professional Fighters League)?

The PFL is an American-based mixed martial arts promotion that has become widely known as the world’s second-largest MMA organisation. It originally started as a league format with a regular season, playoffs and championship rather than year-round events. The PFL became known for its $1 million prize fund for championship winners. It also established multiple regional events in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, featuring local prospects and upcoming fighters. These features have helped it stand out from other promotions, such as the UFC, and make an impression on fans.

History of the PFL

The Professional Fighters League was born from the World Series of Fighting (WSOF), which was formed in 2012. This MMA promotion held over 35 events all over the world and featured prominent fighters, including Justin Gaethje, Marlon Moraes and Lance Palmer.

In 2017, the WSOF was purchased by MMAX Investment Partners, a group of venture capitalists who saw the growing potential of MMA as a sport. The group announced that the WSOF would be restructured as the Professional Fighters League, with Donn Davis as the founder of this new fighting organisation.

The PFL became the first MMA organisation to use a league format rather than holding one-off events, and in 2018, the first event took place. Fighters could compete throughout the regular season to earn points for wins and additional points for finishes. At the end of the season, the highest-ranked fighters in each division progressed to the playoffs for a chance to fight for the championship and a $1 million prize.

In 2023, the PFL announced it had purchased competing MMA promotion Bellator. The first PFL vs Bellator event was held in February 2024, with champions from each promotion competing against one another. 2023 and 2024 also saw the launch of regional leagues, such as PFL Europe, PFL MENA, PFL Africa and PFL Pacific. Each league holds multiple events throughout the year. In 2025, the PFL cancelled its seasonal league and moved towards holding single-elimination tournaments.

In 2026, CEO Donn Davis stepped down and was replaced by John Martin, an experienced media executive. Meanwhile, the PFL announced it would be moving away from its tournament format for its main events, instead building cards around the biggest fights.

Format & Schedule of PFL

The PFL format is now similar to other MMA promotions like the UFC, Rizin FF and Cage Warriors. There is one champion per weight class, and traditional matchmaking is used to rank fighters and create the best fights for each event. Throughout the year, the PFL holds multiple main events at cities across the US, while its regional leagues across Africa and MENA continue to follow a single-elimination seasonal tournament format as a development pathway for emerging talent.

In 2026, the following events have been confirmed:

• 7 February - PFL Dubai: Nurmagomedov vs. Davis

• 20 March - PFL Madrid: van Steenis vs. Edwards 2

• 28 March - PFL Pittsburgh: Eblen vs. Battle

• 10 April - PFL Africa 1

• 11 April - PFL Chicago

• 16 April - PFL Boston

• 8 May - PFL MENA 9

• 7 August - PFL Atlantic City

2026 PFL Fighters

Some of the top-ranked fighters currently competing in the PFL include:

• Usman Nurmagomedov

• Vadim Nemkov

• Corey Anderson

• Denise Kielholtz

• Costello van Steenis

• Sergio Pettis

• Cris Cyborg

• Sinead Kavanagh

• Ramazan Kuramagomedov

How to Bet on PFL & MMA Bet Types

You can bet on PFL events just as you’d place bets on any MMA fights. If you’re a complete beginner, our full guide to sports betting and our MMA betting guide go into more detail. However, we’ve highlighted the most important steps below:

1. Log in to your account using your secure passkey and check your balance in the wallet.

2. If needed, you can make a deposit using local currency and any of the available payment methods.

3. If you prefer, you can also deposit and bet with cryptocurrency. Assets such as BTC, ETH, USDT, EOS, DOGE, LTC, TRX and SOL are all accepted.

4. Search for PFL or a fighter name, or look up MMA > PFL to find all the live and upcoming events.

5. Look to see which PFLbetting markets are available and view the current odds on each fight.

6. Select a betting option to add to your bet slip, then enter your stake.

7. Check your potential payout and confirm to place your bet.

Every MMA event offers a wide range of betting options and markets. Here are some of the most popular available at Stake that you can use to bet on PFL:

• Winner: Similar to a moneyline bet, this lets you predict which fighter will have their hand raised at the end.

• Live bets: Live odds are updated in real time as the fight happens.

• Pre-live bets: Before the fights start, it’s possible to make predictions and place bets.

• Parlays and multibets: These let you combine multiple bets on your betslip, increasing your odds and potential returns.

Live Stream PFL & Live Betting

You can find a variety of live and pre-match markets on all MMA & PFL fights at Stake.com. Check the latest live odds by logging into your account and opening the event while it's happening. Best of all, Stake offers free live streams of PFL events, so you can enjoy all the action inside the cage.

PFL & MMA Betting Odds & Payouts

Before you place your first bet, make sure you understand how odds work and how to calculate your payouts. Higher odds mean higher potential returns, but also imply that the probability is lower. Balance the risk and reward when making your picks, and carefully consider the odds before you place each bet. Before betting, compare odds to make sure you’re getting the best value. You can switch between decimal, fractional and American odds to make them easier to read.

PFL & MMA Betting Tips, Predictions & Strategies

1. Stylistic matchups: In MMA, styles make fights, and while most modern fighters are well-rounded, they still typically excel in certain areas while having weaknesses in others. For example, a grappling expert might struggle with striking exchanges. It’s important to consider these stylistic matchups when making your picks.

2. Research your bets: There are a lot of detailed statistics and data available online to give you better insights into the fights and the likely outcomes. Pay attention to recent form, overall records and the quality of each fighter’s recent opposition. Consider whether or not the tournament format will likely have an impact on their performance, and don’t forget to check out fight videos online.

3. Live betting: Live betting offers an excellent opportunity to get better odds on your bets. As the fight happens, the odds and lines will move in real time, and if you’re smart, you can take advantage of this. Make sure you tune into the free live stream at the same time, that way you’ll have a better understanding of the fight.

Stake VIP Club, Bet Promos & Responsible Betting

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Take the VIP Club, for example. This lets you earn exclusive rakeback and regular reloads just for placing bets. Your rewards increase as you level up your account. You can even unlock your own VIP host. Find out more on the VIP FAQ page.

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