After not having her contract renewed with the UFC and being forced to leave the world's biggest MMA event after ten years, Ketlen Scallop She already has a new home. The Amazonian fighter announced this Wednesday (24) that she is the newest addition to the PFL. The announcement was made through a post on social media. Although she built her career in the bantamweight division (up to 61,2 kg), she arrives at the new organization to compete in the featherweight category (up to 65,7 kg), which has been extinct in the Ultimate since the retirement of Amanda nunes.
In the post, Ketlen expressed her happiness about this new phase in her career. Furthermore, she made a point of showing her gratitude to Dedé Pederneiras, her head coach and manager, a product of Nova União. She also thanked Ali Abdelaziz, one of the most popular names in the fighter management industry worldwide, for his support.
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“Today marks the beginning of a new cycle in my life, and I can only thank God for showering blessings upon me! Every day I experience in my life that verse that says: All things work together for good to those who love God! I want to thank Master Dedé Pederneiras for all his efforts in helping me and for all these years of work and dedication, may God bless him! Thank you Ali Abdelaziz for all your help, may God bless you. Let's go for it!”, said the fighter.
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Ketlen Vieira competed against the best in the world in the UFC.
Ketlen Scallop in victory over Pannie kianzad (Photo: Instagram)
Throughout 15 fights in the world's largest MMA organization, Ketlen Scallop He had the opportunity to share the octagon with some of the best names in the sport. In addition to winning... Miesha Tate, Holly holm e Macy chiassonshe also faced Kayla harrison e Norm DumontIn her last performance, she surpassed Jacqueline Cavalcanti by unanimous decision. Even though she ranked fifth, the victory wasn't enough to keep her at the company.
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