GFL is revolutionizing combat sports with a global, team-based league that shares 50% of event revenue with athletes and prioritizes their health, wellness, and retirement. This groundbreaking league unites fans and athletes, creating MMA’s most passionate community.

The Global Fight League (GFL), originally announced as the World Fight League (WFL), [4] [5] is an upcoming American mixed martial arts (MMA) league scheduled to launch in April 2025. [6] Founded by Darren Owen and Arun Parimi, the league held its inaugural draft on January 24, 2025, where fighters were allocated to city-based teams.

Our mission is to build a world-class, athlete-first league rooted in integrity, collaboration, and a shared passion for mixed martial arts— sharing revenues with our athletes, and delivering unparalleled excitement to fans.

Dec 15, 2024 · MMA fans have another organization to look forward to as the Global Fight League (GFL) emerges as a fresh competitor to the UFC. With a bold vision and innovative approach, the GFL promises to reshape the landscape of MMA. Here’s everything you need to know about the organization that aims to rival the UFC’s dominance in the sport.

List of current GFL fighters records current Global Fight League (GFL) fighters' information, country origins, recent fighter signings and departures, fight schedules and results and the champion of each division.

A league designed to prioritize athlete well-being, safety, and career development. Stay in the Know for the GFL Draft! Sign up to receive exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and all the latest announcements leading up to the first-ever Global Fight League Draft.

Dec 11, 2024 · On Wednesday, Darren Owen announced that a new, team-based MMA league, the Global Fight League, will launch its first season starting in April of 2025.

Dec 11, 2024 · The Global Fight League (GFL) is ready to take the MMA world by storm. GFL founder Darren Owen revealed Wednesday on Uncrowned's "The Ariel Helwani Show" that the promotion's first events...

6 days ago · The inaugural Global Fight League draft took place virtually on Friday, January 24. The draft saw dozens of UFC, Bellator, and Professional Fighters League veterans selected to the six MMA teams.

6 days ago · The first-ever fighter draft for Global Fight League (GFL) unfolded earlier tonight (Fri., Jan. 24, 2025) from inside Van Wagner Studios in Phoenix, Arizona, and fight fans can now check out the ...