After nearly five years away, Paige VanZant is making her return to MMA. VanZant found fame in the UFC at 20 years old, winning her first three fights and establishing herself as one of WMMA's top prospects for a time.

Paige VanZant plans her MMA return after a five-year break, joining a new fight promotion for an exciting comeback.

Paige VanZant says she’s returning to MMA, and will do so in the sport’s newest promotion. On her podcast A Kickass Love Story with her husband and fellow fighter Austin Vanderford, VanZant revealed she has signed with the GFL — the sport’s newest promotion that is spending an incredible amount of money to make a big impact.

Paige VanZant hasn't fought in mixed martial arts in nearly five years but plans to return to the sport in Global Fight League.

Paige VanZant is preparing for a return to MMA, joining the roster of the newly established Global Fight League (GFL). Scheduled to kick off in 2025, the league introduces a fresh twist to the sport with its team-based format and a range of benefits designed to prioritize fighters.