PFL World Tournament Recap: How the 2025 Season Has Unfolded So Far

The PFL 2025 season summary so far has delivered explosive action, electric finishes, and standout performances across multiple weight classes. From the Road to Dubai to semifinal showdowns in Nashville, Wichita, and Chicago, the Professional Fighters League's tournament journey has kept fans glued to their screens. 

Here’s a comprehensive PFL World Tournament recap to bring you up to date and show why tapmad and other platforms continue streaming these fight nights worldwide.

Road to the Semifinals

PFL World Tournament 1 (April) kicked things off at the Orlando Studios. Notable results included:

• Thad Jean, the undefeated welterweight sensation, earned a knockout versus Mukhamed Berkhamov, cementing his dominance.
• Phil Davis made a triumphant comeback at PFL 4 (May), ending Rob Wilkinson’s two-year hiatus with a dominant knockout in the second round.

Midseason Split – Semifinal Showdowns

Tournament 5 – Nashville (June 12)

This card set the stage for August’s finals:

• Thad Jean edged Jason Jackson in a thrilling split decision to secure a finals berth.
• Featherweights Jesus Pinedo and Gabriel Braga clashed again, with Pinedo claiming a first-round KO and punching his ticket to the August 1 main event.
• Standouts like Adam Borics and Gadzhi Rabadanov also moved on, showcasing knockout power and gritty determination.

Tournament 6 – Wichita (June 20)

Awaiting fans in Kansas, the lightweight, women’s flyweight, and bantamweight semifinals played out spectacularly:

• Gadzhi Rabadanov pummeled former UFC star Kevin Lee in just 2:37 of Round 1, securing a spot in the lightweight final.
• Women's Flyweight saw Liz Carmouche secure a decision win over Elora Dana to reach the finals, with Jena Bishop following after a slick choke.
• Marcirley Alves and Justin Wetzell also booked their bantamweight final clash with commanding decision victories.

Upcoming Semifinals – Chicago (June 27)

At PFL 7, heavyweights, light heavyweights, and middleweights will be on display at Chicago’s Wintrust Arena. Top fighters like Fabian Edwards vs Josh Silveira, Sergio Pettis vs Raufeon Stots, and Dalton Rosta vs Aaron Jeffery will compete for August 1 final spots.

Top Fighters of 2025

• Thad Jean (WEL): Undefeated and dangerous, with lightning-fast wins
• Gadzhi Rabadanov (LHW): Heavy hitter, first-round finishes
• Jesus Pinedo (FW): Power striker with previous PFL gold; rematch-ready
• Phil Davis, Liz Carmouche, Gabriel Braga: Vet fighters shaping this season’s narrative

Global Streaming & Why It Matters

For Pakistan and South Asia, tapmad continues to provide high-quality coverage of each tournament stage—live streams, replays, stats, and fighter breakdowns included. With MMA fans across regions following the season’s twists and turns, platforms like ESPN+, DAZN, and tapmad have become must-haves.

Final Word

With finals scheduled for August 1 in Atlantic City, the PFL’s 2025 season has been a nonstop thrill ride. From dramatic knockouts and veteran comebacks to a roster of rising stars, the tournament's journey has captivated MMA fans worldwide. Thanks to tapmad, you can follow every pivotal moment, right up to the crowning of the $500,000 champions.