Former Bellator welterweight champion and UFC title challenger Rory MacDonald made news this week when he became the most high profile name to sign with PFL . MacDonald (21-6-1) has been an elite fighter for years, taking on the biggest names and fighting for championships across multiple promotions. The Canadian fighter’s decision to join PFL was a surprising to many, and immediately questions came up about whether it was the right move for him. Here are a few reasons why PFL might not be the best fit for MacDonald – but also why it could be perfect for him. * * * * Why it doesn’t work The fighting style doesn’t mesh MacDonald has finished just one fight in the past five years, and it’s been more than eight years since he put someone away inside the first round. Given how heavily the PFL regular season format rewards stopping a fight as quickly as possible, that might not bode well for him
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Rory MacDonald signs with PFL: Why it works and why it doesn’t – MMA Junkie