Willis (8-2) joins PFL following a somewhat surprising release from the UFC. The American Kickboxing Academy product departed after a 4-1 run in the octagon, which included notable victories over Mark Hunt and Chase Sherman. Willis’ lone loss in the UFC was to Curtis Blaydes, who’s currently a top contender in the division.
Willis, 32, last fought in March 2019, when he suffered the decision loss to Blaydes at UFC Nashville.
Willis, 32, last fought in March 2019, when he suffered the decision loss to Blaydes at UFC Nashville.