The official weigh-ins for PFL 6 took place on Thursday in Atlanta, marking the final regular-season event of the Professional Fighters League (PFL) in 2023. Unfortunately, two fighters missed the required weight ahead of the event, resulting in penalties and adjustments.
Dilano Taylor, a former welterweight finalist, weighed in at 171.2 pounds, exceeding the limit by .2 pounds for a non-title fight. As a consequence, Taylor will incur a one-point deduction in the standings, in addition to a 20 percent fine deducted from his purse. The fine will be awarded to his opponent, Carlos Leal. With the point deduction and a prior loss earlier in the season, Taylor faces an uphill battle in his quest to secure a spot in the playoffs for 2023.
The only other fighter who failed to meet the weight requirement was Brahyan Zurcher. Zurcher weighed in at 146.8 pounds for his featherweight matchup against Mike Bardsley. Nevertheless, the fight will proceed as a catchweight bout, with Zurcher surrendering 20 percent of his show purse to Bardsley.
In the main event, Olivier Aubin-Mercier, the reigning PFL lightweight champion from 2022, weighed in at 155.6 pounds for his matchup against Anthony Romero. Aubin-Mercier aims to secure his place in the playoffs after a remarkable victory over fellow UFC veteran Shane Burgos earlier in the season. Romero weighed in at 155.4 pounds, hoping to pull off an upset against Aubin-Mercier on Friday.
Furthermore, Shane Burgos, making his second appearance in the PFL cage, weighed in at 155.8 pounds for his fight against Yamato Nishikawa, who also weighed 155.8 pounds. Burgos finds himself in a must-win situation to accumulate points if he wishes to qualify for the playoffs, following his loss to Aubin-Mercier in his PFL debut.
Here are the complete weigh-in results for PFL 6, scheduled for Friday:
MAIN CARD:
- Olivier Aubin-Mercier (155.6) vs. Anthony Romero (155.4)
- Sadibou Sy (170.6) vs. Shane Mitchell (170.8)
- Shane Burgos (155.8) vs. Yamato Nishikawa (155.8)
- Magomed Magomedkerimov (171) vs. David Zawada (170.2)
- Magomed Umalatov (170.4) vs. Nayib Lopez (170)
- Clay Collard (155.1) vs. Stevie Ray (155.6)
PRELIMS:
- Carlos Leal (170.6 lbs) vs. Dilano Taylor (171.2 lbs)*
- Natan Schulte (156) vs. Raush Manfio (156)
- Alexander Martinez (156) vs. Bruno Miranda (153.6)
- Jarrah Al Silawi (170.8) vs. Solomon Renfro (169.4)
- Brahyan Zurcher (146.8)** vs. Mike Bardsley (144.4)
- Abdullah Al-Qahtani (144.8) vs. Lamar Brown (146.0)
- Taylor will receive a one-point penalty in the league standings, which will be applied to his total league points earned in this bout. He will also forfeit 20 percent of his show purse to Carlos Leal. Taylor remains eligible to earn points in this bout.
** Zurcher missed weight and will forfeit 20 percent of his show purse to Bardsley.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about weigh-ins
Q: What were the results of the weigh-ins for PFL 6?
A: During the weigh-ins for PFL 6, two fighters, Dilano Taylor and Brahyan Zurcher, missed weight. Dilano Taylor weighed in at 171.2 pounds, resulting in a penalty and fine. Brahyan Zurcher came in at 146.8 pounds. Both fighters will face consequences for failing to meet the weight requirements.
Q: What penalties did Dilano Taylor face for missing weight?
A: Dilano Taylor, who weighed in at 171.2 pounds, exceeded the limit for a non-title fight by .2 pounds. As a result, he will receive a one-point deduction in the standings and a 20 percent fine from his purse, which will be awarded to his opponent Carlos Leal.
Q: Will the fight between Brahyan Zurcher and Mike Bardsley still happen despite Zurcher missing weight?
A: Yes, the fight between Brahyan Zurcher and Mike Bardsley will proceed as a catchweight bout. Zurcher weighed in at 146.8 pounds, and he will surrender 20 percent of his show purse to Bardsley due to failing to meet the required weight.
Q: Who are the main event fighters for PFL 6?
A: The main event for PFL 6 features Olivier Aubin-Mercier, the 2022 PFL lightweight champion, facing Anthony Romero. Aubin-Mercier weighed in at 155.6 pounds, while Romero weighed in at 155.4 pounds. Both fighters are aiming for victory in order to secure their places in the playoffs.
Q: How did Shane Burgos and Yamato Nishikawa fare in the weigh-ins?
A: Shane Burgos weighed in at 155.8 pounds for his fight against Yamato Nishikawa, who also weighed 155.8 pounds. Both fighters successfully made weight and are set to compete against each other.
Q: What are the implications for Dilano Taylor’s playoff chances?
A: With a point deduction due to missing weight and a prior loss earlier in the season, Dilano Taylor faces a challenging situation in his bid to earn a spot in the playoffs for 2023. He will need to deliver an exceptional performance to have a chance of advancing.
More about weigh-ins
- PFL Official Website: PFL Official Website
- PFL 6 Event Details: PFL 6 Event Details
- Dilano Taylor Fighter Profile: Dilano Taylor Fighter Profile
- Brahyan Zurcher Fighter Profile: Brahyan Zurcher Fighter Profile
- Olivier Aubin-Mercier Fighter Profile: Olivier Aubin-Mercier Fighter Profile
- Anthony Romero Fighter Profile: Anthony Romero Fighter Profile
- Shane Burgos Fighter Profile: Shane Burgos Fighter Profile
- Yamato Nishikawa Fighter Profile: Yamato Nishikawa Fighter Profile
3 comments
PFL 6 weigh-ins got me on the edge of my seat! Taylor and Zurcher not makin’ weight, that’s a no-no! Gonna cost ’em points and some serious cash. But hey, the show must go on, catchweight match-up for Zurcher. Let’s see who’s gonna shine in the main event!
omg! dis is a big deal! 2 fighters missin weight in PFL 6! dey gonna pay for dat, huh? Taylor’s got a penalty & fine, he better watch out! But da fight’s still on, catchweight style! Can’t wait to c dem throw down!
Woah, Taylor and Zurcher didn’t hit the mark in PFL 6 weigh-ins! That’s a major setback for them. Taylor’s point deduction and fine, yikes! But still, gotta give credit to the fighters, they’re bringing it despite the setbacks. Aubin-Mercier vs. Romero, gonna be a clash for the ages!