Donn Davis Announces He’s Stepping Down as PFL Chairman

Professional Fighters League founder Donn Davis announced he is stepping down as chairman, a leadership change with implications for the MMA company's direction. In posts on X, Davis said the PFL has grown into the world's No. 2 MMA organization and thanked employees, investors, fighters, and fans. The PFL also disclosed a strategic capital raise with Knighthead Capital Management and 885 Capital to retire debt and support growth. Former CEO Peter Murray and longtime president Ray Sefo have exited, and Martin now leads the executive team with Lenny Daniels and Jason Oberlander, alongside a new nine-member board. Upcoming events include PFL Road to Dubai on Feb. 7, with increased emphasis on the U.S. market.