Usman Nurmagomedov remained undefeated and successfully defended the PFL Lightweight Championship with a spectacular first-round knockout of previously unbeaten Archie Colgan in the main event of PFL New York on Friday night.
Fighting at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, Nurmagomedov delivered another statement performance, while undefeated flyweight star Dakota Ditcheva continued her rise with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Denise Kielholtz.
Usman Nurmagomedov Stops Archie Colgan in Round 1
The highly anticipated lightweight championship clash didn’t last long.
Nurmagomedov (22-0) showcased his elite striking by hurting Colgan with a switch high kick before dropping him with a left hand. After Colgan attempted to recover, Nurmagomedov unleashed another devastating combination that forced referee Keith Peterson to wave off the contest at 3:42 of the first round.
The victory handed Colgan (13-1) the first loss of his professional career while giving Nurmagomedov his 16th career finish.
Following the fight, Nurmagomedov revealed that the bout fulfilled the final fight on his current PFL contract, leaving his future open for speculation.
Dakota Ditcheva Dominates Denise Kielholtz
Undefeated flyweight standout Dakota Ditcheva improved to 16-0 with another polished performance.
Ditcheva controlled all three rounds against veteran Denise Kielholtz, earning a unanimous decision with identical 30-27 scorecards from every judge.
The victory further strengthens Ditcheva’s position as one of the brightest stars outside the UFC.
Amru Magomedov Remains Undefeated
Lightweight prospect Amru Magomedov continued his unbeaten run by stopping Angel Alvarez in the second round.
After wearing Alvarez down throughout the fight, Magomedov finished the contest with ground-and-pound at 4:28 of Round 2, improving to 11-0 as a professional.
Moustapha Diakhaté Scores Quick Finish
Light heavyweight prospect Moustapha Diakhaté needed just 2:35 of the opening round to stop Darryl Walker.
The unbeaten fighter improved to 6-0-1, earning another impressive knockout victory.
PFL New York Main Card Results
- Usman Nurmagomedov def. Archie Colgan via KO (Punches) – Round 1, 3:42
- Dakota Ditcheva def. Denise Kielholtz via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
- Amru Magomedov def. Angel Alvarez via TKO – Round 2, 4:28
- Moustapha Diakhaté def. Darryl Walker via TKO – Round 1, 2:35
Preliminary Card Results
- Lazaro Dayron def. Raufeon Stots via Split Decision
- Sean Gauci def. Allan Begosso via Unanimous Decision
- Omar El Dafrawy def. Jonathan Piersma via Unanimous Decision
- Tatiana Postarnakova def. Montana De La Rosa via Split Decision
- Levan Khabalaev def. Chamy Delva via TKO (Round 1, 1:44)
Biggest Winners From PFL New York
Usman Nurmagomedov
The undefeated champion once again proved why many consider him one of the best lightweight fighters competing outside the UFC. With his PFL contract now complete, attention immediately shifts to what comes next.
Dakota Ditcheva
Another dominant victory keeps Ditcheva unbeaten and further cements her reputation as one of the top women’s MMA prospects in the world.
Amru Magomedov
Improving to 11-0 with another stoppage victory, Magomedov continues to build momentum as one of PFL’s rising lightweight contenders.
Final Thoughts
PFL New York delivered an entertaining night of fights highlighted by Usman Nurmagomedov’s explosive championship performance and Dakota Ditcheva’s continued dominance.
With Nurmagomedov entering free agency following another emphatic finish, the lightweight star’s next move could become one of the biggest stories in MMA over the coming months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the PFL New York main event?
Usman Nurmagomedov defeated Archie Colgan by first-round knockout to retain the PFL Lightweight Championship.
Is Usman Nurmagomedov still undefeated?
Yes. Usman Nurmagomedov improved his professional record to 22-0 with the victory over Archie Colgan.
How did Usman Nurmagomedov beat Archie Colgan?
Nurmagomedov won via knockout after dropping Colgan with punches at 3:42 of the first round.
Who won Dakota Ditcheva vs. Denise Kielholtz?
Dakota Ditcheva defeated Denise Kielholtz by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the bout 30-27.
What is Dakota Ditcheva’s record?
Following her victory at PFL New York, Dakota Ditcheva improved to 16-0 as a professional mixed martial artist.
Where was PFL New York held?
The event took place at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.
What happened after Usman Nurmagomedov’s fight?
Nurmagomedov revealed that the victory completed the final fight on his PFL contract, making his future one of the biggest talking points in MMA.
