Cyborg set to delay retirement after narrow win
Cris Cyborg appears ready to continue her fighting career after 30th win at PFL Tampa.
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Notable Quotes
"I'm ready for anybody. Eight years undefeated. I'm ready for anybody. Any time, any weight."
— Cris Cyborg , Athlete
"Two fights in the UFC, two knockouts - that was what I do."
— Shanelle Dyer , Athlete
"Face doesn't hurt, pride does. Plan was to not get hit with short elbows and I got a bit too excited. Live and learn."
— Mason Jones , Athlete
Key People
Undisputed heavyweight champion and the most decorated woman in boxing history.
Cris Cyborg is a Brazilian mixed martial artist with a successful 21-year career and multiple world titles.
Elise Reed is an American mixed martial artist competing in the women's strawweight division.
Kayla Harrison is an American mixed martial artist and judoka, known for her accomplishments in both sports.
Ketlen Vieira is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the PFL.
Luke Trainer is a British professional mixed martial artist competing in the light-heavyweight division.
MarQuel Mederos is an MMA fighter with a professional record of 11 wins and one loss.
Welsh lightweight Mason Jones is a professional MMA fighter known for his entertaining fighting style.
Shanelle Dyer is a mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC.
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Cris Cyborg appears ready to continue her fighting career after 30th win at PFL Tampa.
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