Simeon Powell: I received PS250 as my MMA debut when I was a trainee engineer. Now I want to win PFL's $1m jackpot.

SIMEONE POWELL is attempting to create a path to the top in the Professional Fighters League, and the million-dollar prize that goes with it.

The American promotion signed the light-heavyweight competitor to the American promotion. This is MMA's only league format.

Powell is hoping to be a part of their winner-take all season next year. The champion in each division receives a $1m prize check.

This would be the end of a remarkable career for the British prospect, still aged 23.

Powell was a trainee engineer when he made his pro debut last season. His fight purse didn't even cover his petrol expenses.

SunSport quoted him as saying: "My pro debut, it seems I was paid PS250. It didn't even cover my monthly fuel costs.

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"You can lose in this game, but I saw the possibility that I would reach a position similar to this."

"In the beginning, especially, it'sn't about the money. It's about building and putting out great performances so that people talk about your company.

"That's it, the money at first. You're going to lose that."

Powell is still learning about the mechanic trade but prefers the fighting game.

He stated that it was quite intense. It's still my job, I work, but it's a lot. I just need to finish my certifications.

"I am a handyman. I like tools. But I enjoy beating up people more."

The PFL season has two regular season fights where fighters can earn points for their method of victory.

The top four qualify for the play-offs. This semifinal determines which two of the winners will advance to the final.

The fight will be a five-round affair with the PFL offering a $1m cash prize.

Powell may have been willing to take a loss in the beginning of his career but a successful PFL season is more than worth it.

He stated, "It's about the money" but it's a lot now.

"We are prizefighters at end of day. We don't fight for the fun, but we want to make a living from it."

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"The minute I stepped foot into the gym, I knew that this was what I wanted to do. It's all about making well-calculated decisions.

"Yes, I do other things but MMA is my true love. Although it was risky, I am all in.