Dakota Ditcheva proved her worth as a champion by defeating former UFC title contender Taila Santos in a dominant performance at the 2024 PFL World Championships co-main event.
The highly anticipated flyweight prospect showcased her skills with brutal leg kicks, body shots, and elbows to secure a victory over Santos.
The fight ended at 4:41 in Round 2, with Ditcheva delivering a final blow that left Santos unable to continue.
In her post-fight interview, Ditcheva confidently shut down any doubts about her abilities, stating, “She’s been saying ‘she’s just a Barbie, she should be a model.’ Well, a model just beat your ass in Round 2, so shut up.”
With this win, Ditcheva solidified her status as an elite flyweight, proving that she can take on top competition without breaking a sweat.
Throughout the fight, Ditcheva showed no fear and relentlessly pursued Santos, despite her opponent’s attempts to slow her down with wrestling.
Moving into the second round, Ditcheva continued to dominate, ultimately securing her fourth consecutive knockout victory of 2024.
Ditcheva’s impressive performance has positioned her as a rising star in the PFL, and fans can expect to see more exciting matchups from her in 2025.