Octagon MMA This is a novel ground for European combat sports fans, launching Octagon fantasyThe first official Fantasy MMA Fantasy League. Responding to the years of fans’ requests, the creative competition adds a novel layer of excitement, strategies and commitment to experience in Oktagon.
Player registrations are now open to octagonmma.com/en/fantasywith the first Draft Fighter takes place on Wednesday, October 1. The competition will take place by the end of 2025, giving participants a chance to compete for prestige and valuable prizes.
How fantasy octagon works
Participants will choose Trio athletes Oktagon before each event. Players can also predict Victory method In one designated fight. The correct types score points, helping competitors climb the performance ladder – with Novice Down Master.
The league will be evaluated every year and the results are reset each year. The platform will be available in Czech, English and GermanEnsuring accessibility for the growing international Oktagon fans base.
Awards for the best players
Participants are the most successful, win exclusive awards, including:
Signed hunting equipment
VIP tickets for live events
Exclusive Digital Collector’s Oktagon
Experience once in a lifetime with octagon fighters
The official premiere schedule
Beginning: Wednesday, October 1 (12:00 BST / 1PM CET / 7AM ET / 4AM PT)
Deadline Fighter Project for Oktagon 77 (Bratislava): Friday, October 3
Results published: Sunday, October 5
The same schedule will apply to all subsequent events: From Wednesday to Friday to choose, Sunday for the results.
Leadership on innovation
Oktagon co -owner Pavol Neruda He emphasized the importance of the premiere:
“We are proud that we are the first in Europe to bring such a sophisticated fantasy format. From the first day, Oktagon tried to be more than just a sports organization. We are innovators in the way we provide MMA to our fans, and Fantasy Oktagon is the next step-format that allows fans to compete not only for Prestige, but also in the case of experiences related to life.”
Co -owner and promoter Ondřej Novotný In addition:
“Fans have been asking for a fantasy league for years and we knew that when we delivered it, it had to be massive. We wanted something that excites both MMA fans and novel followers. This is another example of how we don’t want to just keep up with the tempo – we want to set it.”
Some Official Oktagon Discord server It will accompany the fantasy league. Players will receive ranks on the basis of the current level and gain access to chats with others at the same level, creating lively online community.
Raising a bar for MMA in Europe
Fantasy sports have long been the basis of the world’s largest leagues, but so far European MMA fans have not had an official fantasy competition. Thanks to Fantasy Oktagon, the promotion continues the mission of introducing innovation, extension around the world and connecting fans with sport at a deeper level.
The platform will be launched Beta formwith current updates and improvements. Registration and participation are Completely free On octagonmma.com/fantasy From October 1.
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – JULY 24: (L-R) Opponents Magomed Ankalaev of Russia and Bogdan Guskov of Uzbekistan face off during the UFC Fight Night ceremonial weigh-in at Etihad Arena on July 24, 2026 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC)
MMA Fighting has PFL D.C. results for the Jean vs. Rodriguez fight card from CareFirst Arena, Washington, D.C on Saturday night.
In the main event, Thad Jean takes on late-notice replacement Ernesto Rodriguez for the vacant PFL welterweight title. The 2025 PFL welterweight champion, Jean was originally scheduled to face 2024 PFL champion Shamil Musaev in the bout, but Musaev withdrew this week, allowing Rodriguez, who was booked to fight Aaron McKenzie on the undercard, to step in.
A light heavyweight slugfest between Tyson Pedro and Rafael Xavier serves as the co-main event.
The PFL D.C. prelim card kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN+, with the main card following at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Check out the PFL D.C. results below.
Main Card (10 p.m. ET on ESPN)
Thad Jean vs. Ernesto Rodriguez — Vacant welterweight title fight
UFC Abu Dhabi has taken a late just before the event was set to kick off.
Saturday's Fight Night card will go down with only 12 bouts after the cancellation of a main card bout between Islam Dulatov and Wellington Turman, the promotion announced just hours before the start of the event.
According to the promotion, Dulatov was forced off the welterweight bout due to illness. On a statement posted on Dulatov's social media Saturday morning, his team revealed the fighter had to be hospitalized on Friday.
“Last night, Islam was admitted to the hospital due to an infection and spent several hours receiving medical treatment,†the statement read. “Despite every effort to keep the fight on, the decision was made together with the UFC to withdraw him from the bout in the interest of his health and well-being. Right now, the only priority is for Islam to make a full recovery. He will personally address everyone with a statement as soon as he is able.â€
Dulatov's team added that “Islam will use this time to recover completely and will come back stronger than ever.â€
Turman, who was set to make his return to the cage after two and a half years away, sidelined that long due to four shoulder surgeries, said on his social media he wishes Dulatov a quick recovery and hopes for a fast turnaround, re-booking the Dulatov bout or facing a new opponent instead.
The UFC has yet to announce if a fight will be moved to the main card.
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