After 21 years, Patricio Pitbull makes his UFC debut in the MMA.
The dream of seeing Patrício Pitbull in the UFC is not a dream anymore as the Two-division Bellator Champion has officially signed with the UFC. Patricio Freire/ Patricio Pitbull was released by the Professional Fighters League (PFL) in 2025 and he is a free agent. As soon as Pitbull was released from the PFL, the chances of him competing in the UFC increased.
On February 19, 2025, there were reports of Patricio Pitbull joining the UFC. Some denied the news and some confirmed it would be made official. Popular content creator Kevin also posted about Pitbull’s UFC debut, but many fans didn’t believe it. Dana White, the UFC President has officially confirmed the news of Patricio Pitbull joining the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Patricio Pitbull will make his UFC debut this year and the details of his first bout are out as well.
After 2 decades, Patricio Pitbull will finally join the UFC. In Bellator MMA, Pitbull has many records. He has the most wins in Bellator Featherweight division and completed Nine successful title defenses. Patricio Pitbull also secured the most wins in Bellator History (24). With many records under his name, fans await Pitbull’s entry in the UFC.
Patricio Pitbull’s First UFC Fight
Since making his MMA debut in 2004, Patricio Pitbull never made his debut in the UFC. After 21 years, Patricio Pitbull will fight in the UFC Featherweight. division for the first time. Patricio Pitbull’s debut in the UFC is against the Mexican MMA fighter, Yair Rodriguez. Yair Rodriguez is ranked #5 in the Featherweight division of UFC.
Patricio Pitbull will fight against Yair Rodriguez at UFC 314 in Miami, Florida. The bout will take place on April 12, 2025 at the Kaseya Center. At 37, many MMA fighters will retire, but Patricio Freire Pitbull has made history by making his UFC debut. Pitbull who has won three Bellator Featherweight titles and one Bellator Lightweight title will focus on winning the UFC Championship.
How much will Patricio Pitbull Earn in his UFC Debut?
In the last bout against Jeremy Kennedy, Patricio Pitbull received $250,000. He was the winner of the clash. As of now, the payout details of UFC 314 featuring Pitbull and Yair Rodriguez have not been revealed. Sources reveal the winner of the clash will receive $200k+bonus and the runner-up will receive $100k. The prize details for Patricio Pitbull’s UFC debut will only be revealed after the fight.
Patricio Pitbull’s Record in the MMA
Patricio Pitbull is one of the most successful fighters in MMA history. He has won 36 fights and lost 7 fights. Pitbull has competed in Lightweight, Bantamweight, and Featherweight divisions. In his UFC debut, Pitbull will compete in the Featherweight division.
Patricio Pitbull is a Two-division Bellator MMA winner. He is a three-time Bellator Featherweight Champion and one-time Bellator Lightweight Champion. Patricio Pitbull’s ultimate aim is to win the UFC and his mission begins at UFC 314.