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PFL Madrid: Tenaglia, Austin Lead Night of Knockouts

3/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

At PFL Madrid on March 20, 2026, Franco Tenaglia defeated Yassin Najid by a doctor's stoppage TKO in Round 2.
Jacinta Austin defeated Benita van Rooij by TKO from hammerfists in Round 1.
Linton Vassell defeated Jose Augusto by TKO in Round 2, with ground-and-pound.
Luciano Pereira knocked out Kevin Cordero in Round 1.
Gino van Steenis knocked out Mark Ewen, and the event featured decisive finishes and unanimous decisions.

History

Historical Context

The Professional Fighters League (PFL), founded in 2017 and launched in 2018, revolutionized mixed martial arts by introducing a league format where fighters compete for points across a season. The UFC, established in 1993, significantly boosted MMA's popularity, leading to a 300% increase in viewership by 2020. Events like PFL Madrid in 2026 highlight MMA's evolution into a mainstream sport, shaping global combat sports.

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Story summary

At PFL Madrid on March 20, 2026, Franco Tenaglia defeated Yassin Najid by a doctor's stoppage TKO in Round 2.
Jacinta Austin defeated Benita van Rooij by TKO from hammerfists in Round 1.
Linton Vassell defeated Jose Augusto by TKO in Round 2, with ground-and-pound.
Luciano Pereira knocked out Kevin Cordero in Round 1.
Gino van Steenis knocked out Mark Ewen, and the event featured decisive finishes and unanimous decisions.

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