Cris Cyborg rides the wave of the MVP-PFL merger and challenges former UFC champion.

Cyborg has a contract with the PFL. (Photo: Reproduction/Instagram Cris Cyborg )

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Cris Cyborg took advantage of the union between MVP and PFL to target one of the biggest duels in the history of women's MMA. This Thursday (30), fans were surprised by the merger of the organizations, which promise to increase competition with the UFC. Aware of the movement, the Brazilian, currently under contract with the PFL, used the moment to challenge Ronda Rousey.

On her social media, Cyborg posted a poster promoting a possible confrontation against the former UFC champion and later shared the image again, in a provocative tone, directing the message to her American rival.

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"Let me guess, Ronda Rousey has retired again?!", wrote Cris Cyborg.

Lemme guess @RondaRousey has retired again?!

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 https://t.co/Qoj48HCEzf

— CrisCy₿org.Com (@criscyborg) July 30, 2026

MVP and PFL announce merger.

The global combat sports market has undergone a historic transformation with the official announcement of the merger between Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), a company led by influencer Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, and the Professional Fighters League (PFL).

Under the agreement, the entire PFL structure will be gradually absorbed and integrated into the MVP MMA brand, creating a unified global platform responsible for organizing major boxing and MMA events.

The new conglomerate will retain John Martin as CEO of the MMA division, while Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian will lead the board and strategic expansion. The initiative promises to challenge UFC hegemony, betting on more aggressive financial offers for athletes and a broad global broadcast reach.

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