Topps to release IFL trading cards

The IFL announced Monday that it has entered a multi-year strategic partnership and licensing agreement with Topps that will bring IFL trading cards to the collectibles market.

“We are very excited to begin this relationship with Topps, one of the most storied brands in the card business,” said Gareb Shamus, IFL co-founder and CEO.

“The sport of Mixed Martial Arts is exciting and rapidly growing, and we are proud to partner with the IFL, their world class coaches and rising stars to make our entry in the sport,” said Ira Friedman, Topps’ vice president of publishing and licensing. “We have looked for the right entry point for the MMA category from a collectible standpoint, and feel that the IFL model is the best fit for both now and for the long term.”

The cards are currently being developed and will be released later this year.