Dee Begley holds deep family connections within the sport of MMA. Though particularly known for her grappling skills as a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Begley additionally holds a striking background in amateur kickboxing. The SBG Ireland product is 4-5 and enters with a three-fight losing skid. She last fought in March, dropping a decision to Lizzy Gevers.

 

Paulina Wisniewska had an extensive amateur career, going 20-8 on the circuit. The 25-year-old, who holds a well-rounded skill set, only went pro in September. She’s gone 2-0 thus far, winning both fights – against Dominika Steczkowska in September and Kinga Jendrasik in February – by decision.

 

Which of these two women will come out on top in this women’s flyweight showcase?

 

NOTE: Begley comes into this fight with a one-point deduction on the scorecards for missing weight.

 

 

Round 1

 

The two circle in the center of the PFL SmartCage. Kick to the body by Begley. Right hand by Begley. Wisniewska with a jab. Right hand from Wisniewska is answered with a Begley combination. Head kick by Wisniewska. Begley with a side kick to the stomach. Low kick by Wisniewska. High kick by Wisniewska is blocked. Overhand by Begley misses, and Wisniewska has a combination in response. Low kick by Begley.

 

Right hand by Wisniewska catches Begley’s attention. Wisniewska continues her flurry and she gets the knockdown! Wisniewska follows up and joins Begley on the ground, getting in underhooks on Begley’s back and locking in a body triangle. Wisniewska looking for a choke, but Begley is fighting the hands. Wisniewska looking to soften her up with several right hands, which busts open Begley’s nose. Begley is able to survive to the horn.

 

 

 

Round 2

 

Begley looking to be aggressive and land a side kick. Begley lands a hook that gets shaken off. Wisniewska presses in and pins Begley against the fence briefly. Begley’s overhand is blocked. Right hand by Wisniewska. Another overhand is blocked. Wisniewska blocks a low kick. Begley with lead hooks as she tries to get inside. Low kick by Begley. Right hand lands for Wisniewska, but Begley gets inside and pins Wisniewska against the fence. Wisniewska reverses the position.

 

After some jockeying for position, Wisniewska is able to get the action off the fence. Begley with a left hand. Wisniewska drops Begley with a strong right hand! A couple of follow-up shots and this one is done!

 

 

Slick, power shots from Paulina Wisniewska as she moves on to the PFL Europe playoffs!

 

 

OFFICIAL RESULT

 

Paulina Wisniewska defeats Dee Begley by 2nd round TKO (3:08) and qualifies for the 2024 PFL Europe Playoffs.