GFL Los Angeles Premiere: MMA Superstars Set for an Electrifying Show at Shrine Auditorium on May 24-25
New York and Las Vegas, 01st April 2025: The Global Fight League (GFL) today announced that its inaugural six-event regular season will launch with a two-day, six-team matchup at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25.
All six inaugural co-ed MMA teams— Los Angeles, New York, London, Dubai, São Paulo, and Miami—will be competing across 31 bouts, over two days, spanning ten different weight classes with the most unique and diverse fight cards in MMA history.
Tickets to the Los Angeles premiere go on sale in April, with additional cities and venues to be announced soon. The GFL will also unveil its six team names and identities in the coming weeks, giving fans a first look at the future of team-based MMA.
“We are thrilled to bring this innovative, team-based format—featuring both MMA legends and rising stars—to the Shrine Auditorium in May,” said Darren Owen, GFL Founder. “The atmosphere of this iconic venue is perfect for our athletes and fans, who will experience an electrifying event that showcases the world-class talent of our teams.”
Matchups by Day include:
Saturday, May 24 – Day 1 (1:30 PM PST / 4:30 PM EST)
Los Angeles vs. São Paulo (BW) – Urijah Faber vs. Renan Barão
Los Angeles vs. São Paulo (FW) – Chad Mendes vs. Maike Linhares
New York vs. London (LW) – Anthony Pettis vs. Benson Henderson
New York vs. London (WBW) – Holly Holm vs. Julia Budd
Miami vs. Dubai (BW) – Marlon Moraes vs. Ray Borg
Miami vs. Dubai (WBW) – Alexa Conners vs. Cat Zingano
Sunday, May 25 – Day 2 (1:30 PM PST / 4:30 PM EST)
* Los Angeles vs. New York (LW) – Tony Ferguson vs. Dillon Danis
Los Angeles vs. São Paulo (MW) – Uriah Hall vs. Douglas Lima
Los Angeles vs. São Paulo (SW) – Ilima-Lei Macfarlane vs. Viviane Pereira
New York vs. London (LHW) – Alexander Gustafsson vs. Ovince Saint Preux
New York vs. London (HW ) – Alan Belcher vs. Stuart Austin
Miami vs. Dubai (WSW) – Paige VanZant vs. Randi Field
Miami vs. Dubai (LW) – Louis Glismann vs. Abu Nurmagomedov
*As part of the league’s regular season, this marquee lightweight matchup between Los Angeles’ Tony Ferguson and New York’s Dillon Danis serves as the perfect lead-in to the highly anticipated New York showdown this June.
Broadcast and streaming details will be announced in April.
The GFL is pioneering a 50% event-specific revenue share model that ensures athletes benefit from the league’s success. This revolutionary structure prioritizes fighters’ financial security and professional well-being. The GFL is committed to providing unparalleled financial benefits while prioritizing fighter health and safety. Additionally, the league will actively work to eliminate extreme weight-cutting practices to foster a healthier and more sustainable environment for athletes. This initiative reflects the league’s commitment to protecting its athletes and promoting longevity in their careers.
With MMA’s undeniable global popularity, the GFL is the natural progression of a sport that transcends borders. By combining a team-based league model with a commitment to athlete equity, the GFL aims to help the MMA industry innovate and set a new gold standard in professional sports.