PFL Welterweight, Featherweight Semifinals Conclude Nashville Finals Set

The 2025 Professional Fighters League (PFL) World Tournament semifinals took place in Nashville, setting the stage for the finals in August across the Welterweight and Featherweight divisions. Undefeated Thad Jean secured a split decision win over Jason Jackson and will face former Bellator Champion Logan Storley, who dominated Masayuki Kikuiri by unanimous decision, in the Welterweight final. In the Featherweight division, 2023 champion Jesus Pinedo knocked out Gabriel Braga early in their trilogy bout to advance against 2021 champion Movlid Khaybulaev, who won by decision over Taekyun Kim. The 2025 PFL season features a new tournament format with eight weight classes, including the addition of middleweight and bantamweight, with all fights televised on ESPN platforms. These matchups highlight a field where former PFL champions have returned to contend for titles, reflecting both dominant grappling and striking performances throughout the semifinals. The next PFL event will focus on the lightweight and women's flyweight and bantamweight semifinals, scheduled for June 20 in Wichita, Kansas.