The inaugural Global Fight League (GFL) draft took place virtually on January 24th, selecting 120 fighters from UFC, Bellator, and PFL rosters. The draft featured teams in London, Dubai, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Sao Paulo. Fighters were placed based on proximity to their training locations or hometowns, with notable picks including Tyron Woodley securing the No. 1 overall spot for Dubai. The event had some hiccups—leaks, misspellings, and awkward remarks from UFC legend Mike Goldberg—but it still generated intrigue. Some standout names were expected to draw interest, signaling potential for future growth in the GFL. Brian Mazique, a combat sports and video game writer, provides updates on the latest developments in mixed martial arts.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianmazique/2025/01/24/gfl-draft-results-every-fighter-drafted-for-the-new-mma-league