The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has teamed up with Flagship Solutions Group, a partner of IBM Gold, for the 2022 MMA season. This partnership allows PFL to access IBM’s cutting-edge artificial intelligence and cloud technology, providing fans with improved viewability inside the cage and more accurate fight outcome predictions.
Flagship Solutions Group CEO Mark Wyllie expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating, “Flagship is honored to support PFL’s tremendous growth and success, leveraging our cloud technology to elevate the experience under our ‘We Run IT, You Use IT’ campaign.”
This enhanced viewability will also benefit Connecticut sports bettors by delivering more accurate odds and a better gambling experience.
PFL: Leading the Evolution of MMA with Innovative Technology
The PFL has rapidly become a top player in the global MMA landscape, ranking second among global MMA companies. With a reach of 600 million fans across 160 countries, the League has captured the attention of audiences worldwide. The PFL’s fighter roster includes elite talents such as Kayla Harrison and Ray Cooper III, both of whom were 2021 champions and are ranked among the top 25 MMA fighters globally.
Backed by over 25 blue-chip sponsors including IBM, Anheuser-Busch, DraftKings, and GEICO, the PFL is the first MMA league to follow a true sports-season format, featuring a regular season, playoffs, and a World Championship. In this unique structure, fighters compete for the chance to advance to the playoffs, and the ultimate winners receive a $1 million prize.
The League’s cutting-edge SmartCage technology allows fans to gain real-time insights into fighter performance through Cageonomics data, enabling a next-gen viewing experience and live sports betting. With the integration of IBM’s Watson machine learning and cloud technology through Flagship, the PFL is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in MMA, creating an immersive experience for fans during live broadcasts and streaming events.
As the 2022 season progresses, fans have already witnessed thrilling matchups, including 2-time PFL World Champion Kayla Harrison’s dominant return on May 6. The next major PFL event is set for June 17, featuring lightweight and light heavyweight fighters competing for victory. Events are broadcast on ESPN and ESPN+.
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