Bantamweight fighter Taylor Lapilus has found a home in the Professional Fighters League (PFL).
Lapilus, 32, has been the subject of two widely questioned departures from the UFC. After going 3-1 in his first stint, “Double Impact” went on a tear away from the Octagon that culminated in Ares FC championship success.
But it’s been a case of déjà vu for the Frenchman, who was once again removed from the roster this past February despite winning three of four fights since returning to the sport’s leading promotion. It was later reported that Lapilus had chosen not to accept a contract renewal.
Consecutive wins over Cody Stamann and Vince Morales were evidently not enough to boost his stock among the UFC higher-ups enough for a desirable offer, and Lapilus will now once again ply his trade elsewhere.
Fans of the 32-year-old found out his next destination this week, with the PFL announcing it has signed Lapilus to a multi-fight deal.
It remains to be seen whether Lapilus will compete on the PFL’s global stage or regional European expansion.
“Double Impact” has signed too late to be part of the promotion’s new format in 2025, which gets underway later this week. After ditching its season and playoff format this year, the PFL will kick off a new era on Thursday with the launch of its World Tournament.
The Grand Prix-style structure will see eight fighters in each weight class compete in a single elimination format, culminating in championship finals worth $500,000 for the winners.
