Savannah Marshall earns first-round victory in MMA debut at PFL Europe 2, sets up showdown with Claressa Shields

Savannah Marshall made a stunning MMA debut at PFL Europe 2, headlining the event with a first-round TKO win over Mirela Vargas. Despite facing early leg kicks and grappling attempts from Vargas, Marshall showcased her boxing skills and resilience, ultimately overwhelming her opponent with power punches.

Following her victory, Marshall wasted no time in calling out top pound-for-pound female boxer Claressa Shields, who was in attendance. The two had previously met in a boxing match in 2022, with Shields emerging victorious. However, Marshall confidently challenged Shields to a rematch in MMA, leading to a tense face-off in the cage.

The event also featured other impressive performances, including Jack Grant’s 41-second knockout of Charlie Leary and Shanelle Dyer’s head kick knockout of Mariam Torchinava. The electrifying fights left fans on the edge of their seats and set the stage for potential future matchups in the MMA world.

With Marshall’s successful transition to MMA and the exciting matchups that unfolded at PFL Europe 2, the event proved to be a thrilling showcase of talent and determination in the world of combat sports. Fans can look forward to more action-packed events and potential rematches in the future.