Timur Khizriev Edges Gabriel Braga in Chicago
Timur Khizriev defeated Gabriel Braga by split decision at PFL Chicago on October 16, 2026, at Wintrust Arena.
How the Contest Unfolded
The featherweight co-main event was scored 29–28 twice for Khizriev and 29–28 for Braga. Khizriev left with his unbeaten professional record intact at 19–0.
Event Context
Jena Bishop defeated Liz Carmouche by unanimous decision, with three 48–47 scorecards, to become the inaugural PFL women’s flyweight champion. Other Chicago results included Timur Khizriev’s split-decision win over Gabriel Braga and a third-round stoppage for Shannon Clark. The preliminary card also featured finishes by Eliezer Kubanza and Emiliano Sordi.
The judges’ verdict is part of the result, not a detail to be inferred from the headline. The reported scores show whether the panel agreed or whether at least one judge saw the contest differently. Where the scores are available, they are included with the official decision so readers can distinguish a unanimous result from a split or majority verdict. A decision also means the bout reached its scheduled conclusion; it should not be described as a stoppage.
The final result is the confirmed sporting outcome, while its broader significance depends on the event and title context. A win can add a championship, preserve a belt or simply move a fighter’s record forward; the source record specifies which applies here. Any next matchup should be treated as a separate development unless the promotion or relevant sanctioning body has announced it.
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Tags: PFL, MMA, PFL Chicago
