PFL World Tournament 6 – Ilara Joanne vs Saray Orozco

At PFL World Tournament 6 on June 20, 2025, in Wichita’s INTRUST Bank Arena, Brazil’s Ilara Joanne faced Mexico’s Saray Orozco in a pivotal Women’s Flyweight alternate bout on the prelim card. Joanne, coming off a tough run (losing four of her last five before this), entered the cage with renewed focus and determination.

Orozco, the seasoned “Killer Queen,” came in ranked #18 among Latin American women and sought to assert her ground-game pedigree.

Throughout three competitive rounds, both fighters traded striking and mixed in takedowns. Joanne consistently pressured with forward striking and timed level changes, while Orozco showcased solid defense and durability. Joanne’s consistent forward movement, cleaner combinations, and effective grappling exchanges secured her the edge.

When the final horn sounded, all three judges awarded Joanne the victory by unanimous decision: two cards reading 30–27 and one 29–28 .

This win ended Joanne’s slump and showcased the resilience she built her career around. Orozco, despite being favored by the public beforehand, couldn’t do enough to sway the judges.

In short, Ilara Joanne delivered a polished, composed performance—blending pressure striking and grappling—to outpoint Saray Orozco over 15 minutes. It was a confidence‑boosting return to form for Joanne and a solid showing under pressure for Orozco.