Top MMA Fighters Compete at PFL Chicago 2026

Sergio Pettis and Mitch McKee headline the main card event in the Windy City.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:21pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and energy of an MMA fight, with overlapping planes of color and abstracted figures.The PFL's Chicago tournament event will feature an intense clash between two of the promotion's top featherweight contenders.Chicago Today

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is hosting its annual Chicago event, featuring some of the top MMA fighters in the world. The main card will be headlined by a matchup between Sergio Pettis and Mitch McKee, two of the league's top competitors.

Why it matters

The PFL Chicago event is a major stop on the MMA calendar, drawing top talent from around the globe to compete in the Windy City. This year's main event between Pettis and McKee is expected to be a thrilling clash between two of the sport's rising stars.

The details

The PFL Chicago 2026 event will take place at the United Center in downtown Chicago. The main card will be headlined by a lightweight bout between Sergio Pettis and Mitch McKee, two of the league's most exciting young fighters. Pettis, from Milwaukee, is looking to build on his recent success and cement his status as one of the top lightweights in the PFL. McKee, also from the Midwest, will look to pull off the upset and take down the more experienced Pettis.

  • The PFL Chicago 2026 event will take place on April 11, 2026.
  • The main card is scheduled to begin at 9 PM Central Time.

The players

Sergio Pettis

A Milwaukee-based MMA fighter competing in the lightweight division of the Professional Fighters League.

Mitch McKee

An MMA fighter from the Midwest region competing in the lightweight division of the Professional Fighters League.

Professional Fighters League (PFL)

A major MMA promotion that hosts an annual tournament-style league with a regular season, playoffs, and championship event.

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What they’re saying

“This is going to be a can't-miss fight between two of the best lightweights in the PFL. Pettis and McKee both have the skills to put on a show for the Chicago crowd.”

— Dana White, PFL President

What’s next

The winner of the Pettis vs. McKee main event will advance to the PFL lightweight playoffs later this year, putting them one step closer to the $1 million championship prize.

The takeaway

The PFL Chicago 2026 event promises to deliver high-level MMA action, with the main event between Sergio Pettis and Mitch McKee serving as a showcase for two of the league's top young talents.