In the past year, a few big names from the UFC have left the promotion and joined rival promotions in search of better opportunities and better pay. Anthony Pettis is one such fighter. The former lightweight champion joined PFL in a move that shocked the MMA community. 

Pettis had been with the UFC since 2011 when he made his debut against Clay Guida. During his time with the UFC, ‘Showtime’ went on to become the champion at 155-pounds and also defended his belt once before losing it to Rafael dos Anjos. 

‘Showtime’ is an apt moniker for someone who has always given everything he had when he stepped in the octagon. 

Read: Anthony Pettis plans to be the face of PFL MMA 

Can Anthony Pettis replicate his success at PFL?

In a recent interview, Amy Kaplan of Fansided asked Pettis what the defining moment in his UFC career was. 

After his recent win against Alex Morono, in the post-fight interview, Pettis said that he would be dropping down to 155-pound to mount his last title challenge. Therefore, it came as a surprise when he announced his departure from the UFC. 

‘Showtime’ is still only 33 and has a lot of time left in his career to achieve his goals under the new promotion. At this point in time, it is not confirmed whether Pettis will take part in the season format in 2021. 

How well do you remember Pettis’ title win?

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