Patricky has 25 wins and 14 losses in professional fights. Throughout his career in Bellator, the Brazilian built a 16-10 record and won the lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg.) in 2021 by knockout Peter Queally, at the Bellator 270. A year later, he lost the belt to the current champion, Usman Nurmagomedov, at Bellator 288.
Meet GFL
New MMA organization, the GFL promises to shake things up the sport's scenario with an innovative concept and a strong cast. Created by Darren Owen, the league announced the presence of several former UFC champions on its team.
The league's new format seeks to bring MMA closer to team sports, something that is unprecedented for the sport. Instead of fighting individually, athletes will be divided into six teams, with 120 fighters in total, who will compete on a points system throughout the season.
Each team will consist of 20 athletes spread across 10 weight classes, with two people per division. The season will begin in April 2025 and culminate in November with the finals, after three playoff events.
The main innovation of the GFL will be the competitive team environment, which will create new dynamics in the sport. The bet is that this will increase the appeal of MMA, creating rivalries and alliances between fighters, as well as providing new possibilities for betting and audience engagement. The team model is a reflection of the success that the idea has had in other sports, such as soccer, basketball and American football.
Another point that draws attention is the adjustments in the weight categories. To avoid excess weight cutting, the GFL established lighter and more diverse divisions, such as the women's strawweight category (54,4 kg) and bantamweight (up to 65,7 kg). The divisions range from 54,4 kg to 120,2 kg, creating a wider range for fighters.
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