James Gallagher announced his release from PFL via Instagram, thanking the organization for the opportunities he had during his time there. Gallagher, with a record of 12-3, expressed gratitude for the experiences and growth he had with Bellator as well, where he achieved his dreams of main eventing in sold-out arenas.

Several fighters, including Gallagher, have requested to leave PFL due to inactivity and the promotion’s failure to negotiate new fights for them. This has led to a trend of fighters leaving the organization, with names like Patrico Freire, Patricky Freire, Gegard Mousasi, Neiman Gracie, and Kai Kamaka also seeking to depart. The potential combination of PFL with Bellator has sparked debate about competition with the UFC.

As Gallagher looks to the future at 28 years old, he expresses excitement for what lies ahead after leaving PFL. With veteran experience in handling crowds and media, Gallagher is optimistic about the next chapter in his career and is grateful for the support he received from fans and Bellator throughout his journey.