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Fox to Expand Their Combat Sports Library With the Addition of 24 PFL Events in 2026
PFL Kicks Off 2026 in Dubai on February 7
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) today announced a landmark multi-year media rights agreement with FSM Rights LLC, a division of FOX Corporation, to broadcast 24 live PFL events and programming across Mexico and Central America beginning in 2026.
Under the agreement, FOX will become the exclusive regional home of PFL’s world-class MMA products, delivering an unprecedented slate of live sporting events and complementary content across Canal FOX (Pay TV), Fox on Tubi (AVOD/FAST), and Fox One (SVOD).
As part of the deal, FOX subscribers in Mexico and Central America will be able to enjoy all 16 PFL Global events live in 2026, beginning with PFL: Road to Dubai, on February 7, followed by PFL Madrid, in March. PFL will then continue its U.S. schedule with events in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Chicago, Illinois.
The remainder of the 2026 calendar will be announced in the coming weeks, along with additional dates and venues.
In addition to the global events, the agreement also encompasses PFL’s rapidly expanding regional ecosystem. FOX will broadcast eight PFL International events in 2026, split evenly between PFL MENA and PFL Africa, offering audiences across Latin America a window into the sport’s emerging international talent.
The partnership also includes a robust slate of additional PFL content, such as weigh-in shows, event-week specials, and athlete-focused programming designed to deepen fan engagement.
Complementing the live coverage, FOX will also have access to PFL’s extensive archival library, allowing fans to revisit classic bouts, past seasons, and long-form original content across Canal FOX, Fox One, and Fox on Tubi.
“PFL is proud to partner with FOX to deliver our world-class MMA product to millions of fans across Mexico and Central America,” said John Martin, CEO of the Professional Fighters League. “This region is home to one of the most passionate combat sports communities in the world. FOX’s unmatched reach across pay TV and streaming will accelerate our growth and elevate our athletes on a massive stage.”
“FOX is committed to delivering premium sports and entertainment experiences to audiences across Latin America,” said Luis Maldonado, Director of Programming and Marketing, FOX Latin America in Mexico. “PFL’s innovative approach to MMA, global footprint, and elite roster of athletes make it an ideal partner for our platforms. We look forward to showcasing live events, regional leagues, and compelling original content across Fox One, Fox on Tubi, and Canal FOX.”
The partnership between PFL and FOX Corporation marks a key step in PFL’s international expansion, bringing elite competition and its fighter-first approach to one of the world’s most passionate combat sports regions.
