From Miami to Dubai: A look at the new team-based Global Fight League

A look at the entries in the Global Fight League, a new team-based mixed martial arts promotion. Teams will draft 20-fighter rosters — two athletes for each of the 10 weight classes (seven men's and seven women's) — on Friday.

Dubai: Manager Cain Velasquez. Coach Javier Mendez.

London: Manager Luke (Bigslow) Barnatt. Coach Carl Prince.

Los Angeles: Manager Wanderlei (The Axe Murderer) Silva. Coach Rafael Cordeiro.

Miami: Manager Thiago (Pitbull) Alves. Coach Conan Silveira.

New York: Manager TBD. Coach Ray Longo.

São Paulo: Manager Lyoto (The Dragon) Machida. Coach Andre Pederneiras.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 22, 2025

The Canadian Press