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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alex Pattle

Jake Paul’s fight promotion acquires UFC’s rivals to launch new MMA brand

Jake Paul’s company Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) has acquired the Professional Fighters League (PFL), with a new brand set to enter the world of mixed martial arts (MMA)

The PFL was one of the few legitimate alternatives to the UFC, which is MMA’s flagship promotion, yet after recent executive exits the PFL has been acquired by MVP, which is known for its boxing shows but organised its first MMA event this year.

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