Former UFC middleweight contender Derek Brunson is headed to the PFL. According to his manager Ali Abdelaziz, of Dominance MMA, Brunson (23-9) has signed with PFL and will join the promotion’s $1 million light heavyweight tournament, set to begin in 2024. Abdelaziz said the news in an interview with “ The Schmo ” released Thursday. Abdelaziz did not reveal a promotional debut date or opponent. PFL officials did not have comment when contacted by MMA Junkie. Brunson, 39, departed the UFC in September right before what appeared to be the final bout on six-fight deal that he signed in December 2019.
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Derek Brunson signs with PFL for light heavyweight tournament, says manager – MMA Junkie