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Two fiery rematches in Chicago: Carmouche and Bishop clash for the women’s flyweight title
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The Professional Fighters League (PFL) makes its big return to Chicago on October 16, 2025 at the Wintrust Arena, with an explosive card featuring two highly anticipated rematches. Liz Carmouche will defend her women’s flyweight title against Jena Bishop, while Timur Khizriev takes on Gabriel Braga in a featherweight showdown.
To remember:
- The PFL returns to Chicago on October 16, 2025 at the Wintrust Arena with two major rematches.
- Liz Carmouche defends her women’s flyweight title against Jena Bishop, following her KO win in 2025.
- Timur Khizriev faces Gabriel Braga in the featherweight division, after his decision win in 2024.
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to electrify Chicago with a powerful return on October 16, 2025 at the Wintrust Arena. The night’s flagship event will feature two legendary rematches, promising a breathtaking display of technique and tactics.
The main event will see Liz Carmouche defend her women’s flyweight title against Jena Bishop. Their first clash in 2025 ended with a KO win for Carmouche, but Bishop has since strung together two first-round submission victories, confirming her meteoric rise. Their showdown shapes up as a clash of styles, where Carmouche’s power will have to contend with Bishop’s surgical precision.
The co-main event will pit Timur Khizriev against Gabriel Braga in the featherweight division. Their first meeting in 2024 saw Khizriev win by decision, then undefeated. Since then, Braga has won three of his last four fights, including a victory over Cheyden Leialoha. This rematch promises an intense battle, with Khizriev looking to confirm his dominance while Braga aims to turn the tables.
With two explosive rematches and titanic stakes, the PFL is setting up in Chicago for an MMA spectacle not to be missed. Between strategy, power, and revenge, fans have plenty to look forward to ahead of October 16.