PFL and FanDuel Team Up to Boost MMA Betting in U.S.
The Professional Fighters League and FanDuel struck a deal to make FanDuel the PFL’s Official U.S. Sports Betting Partner, which has kicked off with real-time odds at the Nashville Semifinals.
A High-Octane Betting Partnership
The Professional Fighters League (PFL), MMA’s fastest-growing league, has named FanDuel, North America’s top online gaming operator, as its Official U.S. Sports Betting Partner for the 2025 World Tournament and Champions Series.
The partnership has started with the June 12 Semifinals in Nashville, integrates FanDuel’s real-time betting odds into PFL broadcasts, aiming to hook millions of MMA fans.
“We’re thrilled to partner with FanDuel to deliver a premium betting experience,” said Mike Chioditti, PFL’s SVP of New Business. FanDuel’s branding will splash across PFL cages and digital platforms,
What Fans Get from the Deal
FanDuel will provide official odds for every 2025 PFL event, from Nashville’s Semifinals to the August Finals in Hollywood, Florida, letting fans bet on fight outcomes, rounds, or knockouts.
“Betting is a key engagement driver for today’s sports audience,” Chioditti said, noting the deal’s focus on fan access. The partnership includes exclusive PFL content, like fighter stats and “Tale of the Tape” breakdowns, on FanDuel’s social channels.
Karol Corcoran, FanDuel’s SVP, added, “We’re excited to enhance the experience of wagering on PFL events.” Bettors in 22 states, including Michigan and New Jersey, can join.
PFL’s Growing Betting Appeal
Founded in 2018, the PFL’s unique season format: Regular Season, Playoffs, and Finals, sets it apart from UFC. Its $1 million championship prizes and 110 fighters across six weight classes fuel betting interest.
The 2025 schedule, spanning Nashville (June 12), Wichita (June 20), Chicago (June 27), Cape Town (July 19), Atlantic City (August 1), Charlotte (August 15), and Hollywood (August 21), offers 70 fights for wagering.
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