Donn Davis, the founder of PFL, stated, 'We are releasing @PatricioPitbull @PFLMMA is all about opportunity. I founded this company to create new great opportunities for top fighters.' His remarks follow a significant restructuring within PFL, which now chooses to operate without the Bellator MMA branding, signaling a strategic shift to streamline its operations and focus on developing top talent.
Pitbull expressed serious concerns about the new contracts in a candid social media post, noting, 'Self-called co-leader in MMA and fighters first organization is cutting a bunch of fighters and forcing others to take pay cuts of up to 70%.' This highlights the financial strains many fighters face under the new PFL management, undermining their previously negotiated contracts.
He further criticized the organization: 'The self-called fighters first organization is changing its contracts so it's almost impossible for fighters to be free agents.' This indicates a troubling trend for fighters, as it reduces their financial leverage and freedom to negotiate better opportunities in the industry.
Pitbull also reached out to heavyweight Francis Ngannou, suggesting the formation of a fighters union, saying, 'Hey @francis_ngannou are you aware of all the absurd.' This move is emblematic of a growing concern among fighters regarding their rights and the sustainability of their careers in the rapidly-evolving world of MMA.
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