The PFL is back for its third consecutive week with an event! This week the promotion is at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. This is the fourth card of their seven-event summer series.
This card features two of the PFL’s biggest stars, Usman Nurmagomedov and Dakota Ditcheva. Nurmagomedov is defending his Lightweight Championship in the Main Event of this card against fellow undefeated fighter Archie Colgan. Ditcheva puts her undefeated record on the line against Denise Kielholtz in the co-main event.
Below is everything you need to know about PFL New York: Nurmagomedov vs. Colgan, including the start time, how to watch, and the full card.
Usman Nurmagomedov is the younger brother of Umar (No. 3 UFC Bantamweight contender) and cousin of Khabib (former UFC Lightweight Champion). The UFC Welterweight Champion Islam Makhachev is a close friend and training partner of Nurmagomedov. Currently, Usman Nurmagomedov is 21-0 with 15 finishes and has six title wins between Bellator and PFL. His opponent, Colgan, has a record of 13-0 and trains with UFC Lightweight Champion Justin Gaethje in Colorado. On DraftKings Sportsbook, Nurmagomedov is a -410 favorite in this contest with Colgan as a +320 underdog.
Ditcheva is 15-0 with 13 finishes and has become one of the best women’s fighters in the world, regardless of promotion. She is 10-0 in the PFL and will now take on Kielholtz, who is on a three-fight winning streak. Ditcheva is a massive -5000 favorite with Kielholtz as a +1800 underdog.
How to Watch PFL New York
The PFL New York card begins with the Prelims on ESPN+ at 4:30 p.m. ET and continues with the Main Card at 7:00 p.m. ET on ESPN.
PFL New York Card
Main Card
PFL Lightweight Championship Bout: Usman Nurmagomedov (c) (-410) vs. #3 Archie Colgan (+320)
Women’s Flyweight Bout: #1 Dakota Ditcheva (-5000) vs. #6 Denise Kielholtz (+1800)
Lightweight Bout: #10 Amru Magomedov (-2400) vs. Angel Alvarez (+1200)
Light Heavyweight Bout: Moustapha Diakhate vs. Darryl Walker
Prelims
Bantamweight Bout: #5 Raufeon Stots (+145) vs. #10 Lazaro Dayron (-185)
175 LB Catchweight Bout: Jonathan Piersma (-166) vs. #7 Omar El Dafrawy (+140)
Bantamweight Bout: Sean Gauci (-230) vs. Allan Begosso (+190)
Women’s Flyweight Bout: #10 Montana De La Rosa (+215) vs. Tatiana Postarnakova (-265)
Lightweight Bout: Chamy Delva (+400) vs. Levan Khabalaev (-535)
PFL New York FAQ
When is PFL New York?
PFL New York takes place on Friday, July 31, 2026.
What time does PFL New York start?
PFL New York begins at 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET with the Prelims and concludes at 7:00 p.m. ET with the Main Card.
How can I watch PFL New York?
Fans can watch the PFL New York Main Card on ESPN and the Early Card on ESPN+.
Where is tonight’s PFL event taking place?
Tonight’s PFL card will be held at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.
What fights are on the PFL New York card?
The card includes Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Archie Colgan and Dakota Ditcheva vs. Denise Kielholtz.
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