Cris Cyborg opens up about what motivates her ahead of final MMA bout

Cris Cyborg outlines what drives her career as she prepares to defend the Professional Fighters League women's featherweight title on Aug. 22, highlighting her role in women's mixed martial arts. The PFL Tampa main event at Benchmark International Arena pairs the champion with Ketlen Vieira in what is reportedly her MMA retirement fight. In a PFL video, Cyborg says she aimed to make women's MMA exciting, challenging early perceptions of "girls' fights." She sought decisive, action-heavy bouts comparable to men's fights. With titles across major promotions and more than two decades competing, she says the sport changed her life and perspective. This video focuses on her remarks and the stakes surrounding PFL Tampa.