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Heavyweight, Light Heavyweight & Middleweight World Tournament Semifinals Set  Undefeated Biaggio Ali Walsh Returns to Action The Professional Fighters League today announced a stacked fight card set for Wintrust Arena in Chicago on June 27, headlined by the Heavyweight, Light Heavyweight and Middleweight 2025 PFL World Tournament Semifinals and a high-stakes Bantamweight showdown between former teammates and Bellator Champions Sergio Pettis (23-7) and Raufeon Stots (21-2). A Middleweight Semifinal between Fabian Edwards (14-4) and Josh Silveira (14-4) will headline the event, with Light Heavyweights Phil Davis (25-7) and Sullivan Cauley (7-1) clashing in the co-main. The first Middleweight Semifinal features a rematch between Aaron Jeffery (16-5) and Dalton Rosta (10-1), while Antonio Carlos Jr. (17-6) faces England’s Simeon Powell (11-1) in the second 205-pound Semifinal. Rounding out the 2025 PFL World Tournament Semifinal action on June 27 are the Heavyweights, as Valentin Moldavsky (14-4) meets Alexander Romanov (19-3), and Oleg Popov (20-2) squares off against Rodrigo Nascimento (12-3). In addition to all of these must-see, high-stakes bouts, the event will also feature the return of Chicago-born Biaggio Ali Walsh (2-0), who returns to face fellow hometown prospect Ronnie Gibbs (1-0) in a battle of undefeated Lightweights, with local pride and perfect records at stake. Alongside the Semifinals and showcase bouts, three alternate bouts will kick off the card on ESPN+,  beginning with the Middleweights, as the undefeated Jordan Newman (7-0) puts his skills to the test against Moscow's Khalid Murtazaliev (17-3). Lightweights clash as Rafael Xavier (13-8) looks across the SmartCage at Karl Albrektsson (14-7) and Heavyweights collide as Sergei Bilostenniy (13-4) faces Karl Williams (10-3).  Tickets for PFL’s return to America’s “Second City” can be purchased through Ticketmaster, with prices ranging from $50 to $350. The 2025 PFL World Tournament airs live on ESPN platforms in the U.S., Canada and across Europe, fans can catch the action live on DAZN, while globally, the tournament will be streamed in 190 countries through 20 premium media partners.One Shot. The annual single-elimination tournament features brackets at Heavyweight, Light Heavyweight, Middleweight, Welterweight, Lightweight, Featherweight, Bantamweight, and Women’s Flyweight. The PFL World Tournament spans an action packed five months. 64 of the best fighters from around the world will compete to win MMA’s toughest test - win three straight times in five months to become PFL Tournament Champion.  The Semifinal fights will be three, five-minute rounds while the Finals are five, five-minute rounds. All events and all fights now allow the use of elbows. The PFL World Tournament will payout over $20 million in total prize money, including a $500,000 bonus for every winner.   Updated 2025 PFL World Tournament 7: Semifinals Main Card: ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+ (U.S.) | DAZN (Europe & Canada)  Friday, June 27 - 10:30 pm ET  Middleweight Semifinal Main Event: Fabian Edwards (14-4) vs. Josh Silveira (14-4) Light Heavyweight Semifinal Co-Main Event: Phil Davis (25-7) vs. Sullivan Cauley (7-1) Middleweight Semifinal Bout: Dalton Rosta (10-1) vs. Aaron Jeffery (16-5)  Light Heavyweight Semifinal Bout: Antonio Carlos Jr. (17-6) vs. Simeon Powell (11-1) Bantamweight Showcase Bout: Sergio Pettis (23-7) vs. Raufeon Stots (21-2)   2025 PFL World Tournament 7: Semifinals Early Card: ESPN+ (U.S.) | DAZN (Europe & Canada) Friday, June 27 - 7:30 pm ET Heavyweight Semifinal Bout: Valentin Moldavsky (14-4) vs. Alexander Romanov (19-3) Lightweight Showcase Bout: Biaggio Ali Walsh (2-0) vs. Ronnie Gibbs (1-0)  Heavyweight Semifinal Bout: Oleg Popov (20-2) vs. Rodrigo Nascimento (12-3) Heavyweight Alternate Bout: Sergei Bilostenniy (13-4) vs. Karl Williams (10-3) Light Heavyweight Alternate Bout: Rafael Xavier (13-8) vs . Karl Albrektsson (14-7) Middleweight Alternate Bout: Jordan Newman (7-0) vs . Khalid Murtazaliev (17-3)   Upcoming 2025 PFL World Tournament Schedule: 2025 PFL World Tournament 5: Semifinals - June 12 - Nashville Municipal Auditorium, Nashville 2025 PFL World Tournament 6: Semifinals - June 20 - INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita 2025 PFL World Tournament 7: Semifinals - June 27 - Wintrust Arena, Chicago 2025 PFL World Tournament 8: Finals - August 1 - Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, NJ 2025 PFL World Tournament 9: Finals - August 15 - Bojangles Coliseum, Charlotte, NC 2025 PFL World Tournament 10: Finals - August 21 - Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Hollywood, Florida

From L-R: PFL Fighter Raihere Dudes; James Frewin, PFL Managing Director, International; Pete Murray, PFL CEO; Dan Taylor, Acting Managing Director, Stan; Ben Kimber, Director of Sports, Stan; PFL Fighters Joseph Luciano, Sara Collins and Sean Gauci Fourth PFL International League Covering Australia and New Zealand Partnership with Stan, the 9Network and 9Now to Provide PFL Pacific Broad Premium Distribution in Australia PFL Pacific Features Best Regional Fighters and Top Prize Money Competing in PFL Signature “Win and Advance” Tournament Format The Professional Fighters League continues its global expansion with the launch of PFL Pacific, the league’s fourth international division, spanning Australia and New Zealand. Powered by a premium media partnership with Nine in Australia, featuring coverage across Stan Sport, 9Now and the 9Network, PFL Pacific will deliver elite regional fighters competing for top prize money in the league’s signature “win and advance” tournament format. This strategic launch underscores the PFL’s commitment to growing the sport across Oceania and providing fans with year-round access to world-class MMA action. Under this landmark partnership, Stan will become the exclusive home for the entire PFL portfolio in Australia, with all the action streaming live and on-demand on Stan Sport, with select premium events available on Stan Pay-Per-View. Additionally, key PFL events will be available to stream free on 9Now and broadcast free-to-air on the 9Network including live fights, archived events, highlights, and exclusive content. This expansive multi-platform distribution ensures PFL’s world-class MMA is more accessible to Australian fans than ever before. The inaugural PFL Pacific Tournament will take place across four live events in 2026, featuring top regional fighters in single-elimination brackets. With PFL’s signature “Win and Advance” format and significant prize money on the line, the tournament offers a historic platform for Australian athletes to rise to global prominence. In just three years, PFL aims to crown more Australian MMA champions than any other organization. In addition to PFL Pacific, the league will debut its global PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai in the region, showcasing some of MMA’s biggest stars in premium live events. Together, PFL Pacific and the PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai will ensure both rising local athletes and elite international talent compete on the Oceania stage. “It has been a priority of ours to bring the Professional Fighters League to Australia and the Pacific region, delivering our world-class brand of MMA and the sport’s biggest stars to local fans,” said PFL CEO Peter Murray . “Through our landmark partnership with Stan, and extended reach with action streaming on 9Now and broadcast free-to-air on the 9Network, we’re creating the most accessible MMA experience Australia has ever seen. With the launch of PFL Pacific, we’re also building a foundation for long-term growth and aiming to crown more Aussie champions than any other league over the next three years.” “Stan has enjoyed a fantastic partnership with the PFL since 2022, and we’re excited to take it to new heights with the launch of PFL Pacific,” said Stan Acting Managing Director Dan Taylor . “This new initiative highlights the PFL’s bold ambition and commitment to growing MMA in our region. And, as Australia’s only locally owned streamer, we’re proud to help power that growth from the ground up. With PFL Pacific, the next generation of elite Aussie fighters now have a clear pathway and platform to showcase their talent to the world - to follow in the footsteps of Rob Wilkinson or Chelsea Hackett - and that’s the journey we want to support. With extensive coverage and reach across Stan Sport, 9Now and the 9Network, we’re making world-class MMA more accessible to Australian fans than ever before.” Further details, including event dates and athlete announcements, will be shared soon via PFL platforms and social media.

2024 PFL MENA Lightweight Champion Mohsen Mohammadseifi begins his title-defense campaign against Ahmed El Sisy in the Main Event Izzedine Al Derbani takes on Yanis Ghemmouri in a Featherweight Tournament bout in the Co-Main Event All PFL MENA events will air on STARZPLAY at 7PM AST / 12PM ET The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest-growing and most innovative sports league in the world, kicks off the second season of PFL MENA at the Onyx Arena in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The best Featherweight and Lightweight fighters from all over the Middle East look to take the first step towards becoming PFL MENA Champion. In the headlining bout of the night, 2024 PFL MENA Lightweight Champion Mohsen Mohammadseifi  (7-2) of Iran begins his campaign for back-to-back championships when he faces PFL newcomer Ahmed El Sisy  (6-1) of Egypt. Mohammadseifi  weighed in at 156-pounds, while El Sisy  weighed in at 154.8-pounds for their main event clash. In the co-main event, new faces in the Featherweight division face off, as Jordan’s Izzeddine Al Derbani  (15-5) takes on Algeria’s Yanis Ghemmouri  (12-3). Al Derbani weighed in at 145.7-pounds, while Ghemmouri weighed in at 145.6-pounds. Also on the card, Saudi Arabia’s own Malik Basahel  (0-0) makes his highly-anticipated professional MMA debut against Algeria’s Mountasser Boutouta  (1-0) in a featured Showcase Flyweight bout. Basahel weighed in at 125.5-pounds, while Boutouta weighed in at 125.4-pounds. A pioneer in Middle Eastern MMA makes the walk one last time, as Ahmed Makki  (1-3-1) of Saudi Arabia meets Hasham Elnamer (3-0) of Egypt in a Showcase Lightweight bout. Makki weighed in at 154.3-pounds, while Elnamer weighed in at 153.6-pounds. Plus, history will be made, as  Eman Almudhaf  (4-0) becomes the first female fighter from Kuwait to compete inside the PFL SmartCage when she faces Brazil’s Shamara Braga  (5-3) in a Showcase Women’s Featherweight bout. Almudhaf weighed in at 146-pounds, while Braga  weighed in at 145.6-pounds.   OFFICIAL PFL MENA 1: JEDDAH WEIGH-IN RESULTS Lightweight Tournament Bout Mohsen Mohammadseifi  (156 lbs.) vs. Ahmed El Sisy  (154.8 lbs.) Featherweight Tournament Bout Izzeddine Al Derbani  (145.7 lbs.) vs.  Yanis Ghemmouri  (145.6 lbs.) Lightweight Tournament Bout Salah Eddine Hamli (155.2 lbs) vs. Abbas Khan  (155.3 lbs.) Featherweight Tournament Bout Taha Bendaoud  (145 lbs.) vs. Boualem Drissi (145.6 lbs) Showcase Flyweight Bout Malik Basahel (125.5 lbs) vs. Mountasser Boutouta  (125.4 lbs) Featherweight Tournament Bout Hussein Salem (145.7 lbs.) vs.  Assem Ghanem  (145.7 lbs.) Featherweight Tournament Bout Islam Reda  (145.8 lbs.) vs. Akram Nasri  (145.5 lbs.) Lightweight Tournament Bout Georges Eid (155.5 lbs.) vs. Mohammad Fahmi  (155.1 lbs) Showcase Lightweight Bout Ahmed Makki (154.3 lbs.) vs. Hasham Elnamer  (153.6 lbs) Lightweight Tournament Bout Abdullah Saleem (155.4 lbs.) vs. Souhil Tairi (155.8 lbs.) Showcase Women's Featherweight Bout Eman Almudhaf (146 lbs.) vs. Shamara Braga  (145.6 lbs) Showcase Catchweight Bout – 166 lbs (Amateur) Abdulaziz Al Moammar (164.8 lbs.) vs. Fares Hamdani  (163.6 lbs.)

Heavyweights Rodrigo Nascimento, Oleg Popov, Alexandr Romanov, & Valentin Moldavsky Advance to World Tournament Semifinals Light Heavyweights Sullivan Cauley, Simeon Powell, Antonio Carlos Jr., & Phil Davis Advance to World Tournament Semifinals The PFL Welterweight & Featherweight Semifinals Begin Thursday, June 12 on ESPN+ at Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville The First Round of the 2025 PFL World Tournament concluded tonight at Universal Studios Florida, with four fighters in both the Heavyweight and Light Heavyweight divisions punching their tickets to June's Semifinals.In the Heavyweight Semifinals, Brazil’s Rodrigo Nascimento (12-3) will take on Russia’s Oleg Popov (20-2), while Moldova’s Alexandr Romanov (19-3) is set to face former Interim Bellator Champion, Valentin Moldavsky (14-4). In the Light Heavyweight Semifinals, former Bellator Champion Phil Davis (25-7, 1 NC) is set to face Arizona’s Sullivan Cauley (7-1), while former PFL Europe standout Simeon Powell (11-1) will go head-to-head with 2021 PFL Light Heavyweight Champion Antonio Carlos Jr. (17-6, 2 NC). The main event featured a clash between former Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion Phil Davis and 2022 PFL Light Heavyweight Champion Rob Wilkinson (19-4, 1 NC). After a slow start, “Mr. Wonderful,” an NCAA wrestling champion, came out firing in the second round, overwhelming his Australian opponent with a barrage of strikes that forced the referee to step in. With the emphatic stoppage, Davis secured his spot in the Semifinals. The co-main event featured a showdown between two Russian heavyweights with nearly identical records, former Interim Bellator Champion Valentin Moldavsky and Sergey Bilostenniy (13-4). It’s rare to see heavyweights maintain such a relentless pace, but the former training partners emptied their gas tanks over three grueling rounds. While Bilostenniy landed more volume, Moldavsky controlled the grappling exchanges and delivered the more impactful strikes, earning a well-deserved decision victory.Former Bellator Light Heavyweight No. 1 contender Karl Moore (12-4) squared off against 2021 PFL Light Heavyweight Champion Antonio Carlos Jr. “Shoeface” leaned on his elite jiu-jitsu pedigree to neutralize the power of his Irish opponent for most of the bout. Despite a late flurry from Moore in the final round, Carlos Jr. remained in control and earned the split decision victory, his eighth win in his last nine fights. Kicking off the main card was a clash between two European Light Heavyweights: Karl Albrektsson (14-7) and Simeon Powell. Albrektsson found success early, landing a steady stream of kicks that scored points and wore down the 2023 PFL Europe Light Heavyweight runner-up. However, momentum shifted in the second round when Powell unleashed a flurry of vicious elbows that staggered the Swede and dropped him to the canvas, prompting the referee to step in. With the win, “Smooth” secured his spot in the Semifinals this June. The 2025 PFL World Tournament continues on Thursday, June 12, with the Welterweight & Featherweights Semi Finalists competing live on ESPN+ and DAZN.   2025 PFL World Tournament 4: First Round Main Card: Phil Davis (25-7, 1 NC) def. Rob Wilkinson (19-4,1 NC) via KO (strikes) at :51 of round two Valentin Moldavsky (14-4) def. Sergey Bilostenniy (13-4) via unanimous decision (29-28 x3) Antonio Carlos Jr (17-6, 2 NC) def. Karl Moore (12-4) via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) Simeon Powell (11-1) def. Karl Albrektsson (14-7) via TKO (strikes) at 2:05 of round two   2025 PFL World Tournament 4: First Round Early Card: Alexandr Romanov (19-3) def. Tim Johnson (18-12) via submission (standing guillotine) at 1:53 of round one Oleg Popov (20-2) def. Karl Williams (10-3) via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) Sullivan Cauley (7-1) def. Alex Polizzi (11-5) via TKO (strikes) at 1:36 of round one Rodrigo Nascimento (12-3) def. Abraham Bably (5-2) via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)   Upcoming 2025 PFL World Tournament Schedule: 2025 PFL World Tournament 5: Semifinals - June 12 - Nashville Municipal Auditorium, Nashville 2025 PFL World Tournament 6: Semifinals - June 20 - INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita 2025 PFL World Tournament 7: Semifinals - June 27 - Wintrust Arena, Chicago 2025 PFL World Tournament 8: Finals - August 1 - Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, NJ 2025 PFL World Tournament 9: Finals - August 15 - Bojangles Coliseum, Charlotte, NC 2025 PFL World Tournament 10: Finals - August 21 - Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Hollywood, Florida

Denver Event Moving to June 2026 after Stamp vs. Zamboanga and Multiple Other World Championship Bouts Did Not Materialize ONE Championship (ONE) , the world’s largest martial arts organization, today announced that Stamp Fairtex  has suffered an injury setback while rehabbing her surgically repaired knee and will be forced to withdraw from her ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Championship unification bout versus Denice Zamboanga  at ONE 173: Denver, originally scheduled to take place on August 1, 2025, at Ball Arena.     As a result of this marquee bout dropping off and multiple other World Championship headliners not materializing, the Denver event will be moved to June 26, 2026, at Ball Arena. In addition, given her nearly two-year hiatus from competition due to injury, Stamp has agreed to relinquish her title so that Zamboanga, the interim champion, can become the undisputed ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Champion.    Chatri Sityodtong, Chairman and CEO of ONE Championship, stated:  “We are saddened to hear of the injury setback to Stamp and wish her nothing but the best in her road to recovery. After looking at multiple alternate headlining options that unfortunately did not come together, we have made the difficult decision to move our Denver event to June 26. When bringing the world’s largest martial arts organization to the U.S., we strive to deliver the very best product to our passionate American fan base and put on the most entertaining and memorable show possible. The U.S. remains a high-priority market for ONE and our global business, and we remain committed to maintaining a strong presence in the region with monthly ONE Fight Night events in U.S. primetime and future on-ground events.”    Fans who have purchased tickets for ONE 173: Denver on August 1 will be contacted by Ticketmaster with the option to process a full refund or hold onto their tickets for the June 26 date. Fans who encounter any issues can also contact ticketing@onefc.com  for customer support.

FRENCH FOOTBALL ICON PATRICE EVRA SET TO MAKE MMA DEBUT AT PFL EUROPE PARIS AT THE ACCOR ARENA ON MAY 23RD Footballing superstar Patrice Evra is set to conquer another sporting endeavour as he makes his MMA debut at PFL Europe Paris at the Accor Arena on 23 May Training in combat since 2016 alongside PFL French superstar Cédric Doumbé, Evra will put on MMA gloves and enter the SmartCage in a Showcase Bout in front of his home crowd Tickets for PFL Europe Paris available via accorarena.com The Professional Fighters League today announced iconic French footballer Patrice Evra  will make his mixed martial arts debut at PFL Europe Paris on 23 May at the Accor Arena. Former captain of “Les Bleus”, Evra will fulfil his new dream of competing in an MMA bout. Starting his combat training in 2016, the legendary left-back has been honing his skillset alongside friend and PFL superstar, Cédric Doumbé . Training camp for Evra’s MMA debut in the SmartCage is underway, with his opponent set to be announced. A world-class athlete, Evra’s natural athleticism and competitive streak will see him take on one of the most unique challenges in his sporting career. “You guys should know by now, I love this game too! I’ve performed on the world’s biggest stages, won every major trophy in football, but PFL Europe Paris will be an incredibly special night for me.” Said   Patrice Evra . “I’ve been training alongside the best in the world for years, and they’ll also tell you I’m ready for this. I’m going to put on a show at the Accor Arena on 23 May, so come watch the spectacle.” “I’m told he loves this game as much as us, and we’ll find out on 23 May! We’re incredibly excited to have the superstar that is Patrice Evra fight under the PFL banner, as we’re all about exciting match-ups and making history. I can’t tell you how excited Patrice has been putting this together, but I think you’re going to see it at the Accor Arena. Paris, we’re coming to put on another historic evening of MMA, don’t miss out.”   Said PFL Chief Executive Officer Pete Murray . PFL Europe Paris will also see some of the best French MMA athletes compete at the Accor Arena on 23 May, with Mansour “Tarzan” Barnaoui  (22-6) and the undefeated Archie “King” Colgan  (11-0) set to fight in a huge Lightweight bout, in a fight where a standout performance could lead to Lightweight Championship contention. The deep card will also feature PFL debutant Taylor “Double Impact” Lapilus  (21-4), fresh off his 6-2 record in the UFC, who will go up against 2024 PFL MENA Bantamweight Champion Ali Taleb  (12-1). Belgian sensation Patrick “The Belgian Bomber” Habirora  (6-0) will also be featured against compatriot Nicolas Di Franco  (10-4-1). Updated PFL Europe Paris Card: The Accor Arena, Paris, FranceDAZN (France) | DAZN (UK & Ireland) Friday, MAY 23RD Lightweight Showcase Bout:   Mansour Barnaoui  (22-6) vs. Archie Colgan  (11-0) Lightweight Showcase Bout:   Patrick Habirora  (6-0) vs. Nicolas Di Franco  (10-4-1) Bantamweight Showcase Bout: Taylor Lapilus  (21-4) vs. Ali Taleb  (12-1) PFL Europe Bantamweight Tournament Bout:   Mahio Campanella  (7-1) vs. Matiss Zaharovs  (7-3) PFL Europe Showcase Bout: Patrice Evra  (0-0) vs. TBA PFL Europe Bantamweight Tournament Bout: Dean Garnett (12-3-1) vs. Alexander Luster  (9-2) PFL Europe Bantamweight Tournament Bout: Anas Azizoun  (5-1) vs. Gustavo Oliveira  (10-2) PFL Europe Bantamweight Tournament Bout:   Julien Lopez  (7-4-1) vs. Jan Ciepłowski  (8-0) PFL Europe Featherweight Showcase Bout:   Adam Meskini  (9-3) vs. Tiziano Ferranti  (10-1) PFL Europe Welterweight Showcase Bout:   Salvo Giudice  (1-0) vs. Brice Belghazi  (1-1)

PFL MENA Featherweight Champion Abdullah Al-Qahtani faces Islam Reda in the Main Event Featherweights and Lightweights face off in all-important Quarterfinal matches Fight card available here . The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced the full fight card for 2025 PFL MENA 1, the debut event for PFL MENA Season 2, which takes place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, May 9, 2025. In the main event, 2024 PFL MENA Featherweight Champion Abdullah “The Reaper” Al-Qahtani of Saudi Arabia will begin his campaign for a title defense when he faces Egyptian star Islam “The Egyptian Zombie” Reda  in a crucial Quarterfinals matchup in the Featherweight Division. A rematch almost seven years in the making, Al-Qahtani got the win in their first meeting back in 2018. Last season, Reda actually earned a spot in the Featherweight Finals, but withdrew due to injury and was replaced by Al-Qahtani. The card will also feature the PFL MENA league debuts of top Middle Eastern talents such as Salah Eddine Hamli  of Morocco, Izzeddine Al Derbani of Jordan, Yanis Ghemmouri of Algeria, and Hussein Salam  of Iraq. Also making their PFL MENA debuts in showcase bouts will be 2024 Saudi Games champion Abdulaziz Al Moamar  of Saudi Arabia and Youssef Alhosani , a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion and a highly-touted prospect out of the United Arab Emirates. See the full fight card for 2025 PFL MENA 1 below:   Featherweight Quarter-Final bout: Abdullah Al-Qahtani  (10-2) vs.  Islam Reda (12-1) Lightweight Quarter-Final bout: Mohsen Mohammadseifi (7-2) vs. Ahmed El Sisy  (6-1, 1 NC) Lightweight Quarter-Final bout: Salah Eddine Hamli  (8-0) vs. Abbas Khan  (8-3) Featherweight Quarter-Final bout: Izzedine Al Derbani (15-5) vs. Yanis Ghemmouri  (12-3) Flyweight Showcase bout: Malik Basahel  (0-0) vs. Mountasser Boutouta  (1-0) Featherweight Quarter-Final bout: Abdelrahman Alyhasat (5-0) vs. Taha Bendaoud  (4-0) Featherweight Quarter-Final bout: Hussein Salem (12-5) vs. Assem Ghanem  (6-0) Lightweight Quarter-Final bout: Georges Eid (10-5, 1 NC) vs. Mohammad Fahmi (4-0) Lightweight Showcase bout: Ahmed Makki  (1-3-1) vs. Hasham Elnamer  (3-0) Lightweight Quarter-Final bout: Abdullah Saleem  (5-0, 1 NC) vs. Souhil Tairi (7-6-1) Featherweight Showcase bout: Youssef Alhosani  (4-1) vs. Neder Jeffel (2-0) Amateur Catchweight 166lbs Showcase bout: Abdulaziz Bin Moammar (10-3 AM) vs. Fares Hamdani  (2-0 AM)   Tickets can be purchased at Webook .

Former Bellator Champion Jason Jackson Faces Undefeated Thad Jean in Welterweight Semifinal Main Event Peru’s Jesus Pinedo Meets Brazil’s Gabriel Braga in Featherweight Semifinal Trilogy Bout Welterweights Logan Storley and Masayuki Kikuiri Will Also Face Off, While Movlid Khaybulaev meets South Korea’s Taekyun Kim at Featherweight Today, the Professional Fighters League announced the highly anticipated main card for the 2025 PFL World Tournament 5: Semifinals , which take place Thursday, June 12, at the historic Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville. These high stakes, win-and-you’re-in semifinals bouts are the last stop on the way to the 2025 PFL World Tournament Finals. In the main event, former Bellator World Champion and fan-favorite Jason Jackson (18-5) faces undefeated rising star Thad Jean (9-0) in the Welterweight Semifinal. In the co-main event, 2023 PFL Featherweight Champion Jesus Pinedo (24-6) meets Gabriel Braga (16-2) in the rubber match of their highly anticipated trilogy bout that also serves as a 2025 World Tournament Featherweight Semifinal. Rounding out the main card, former Bellator Champion Logan Storley (17-3) will take on Japan’s Masayuki Kikuiri (11-2-1) in the second Welterweight Semifinal, while undefeated 2021 PFL Featherweight Champion Movlid Khaybulaev (22-0-1) of Russia meets South Korea’s Taekyun Kim (11-1). Tickets for 2025 PFL World Tournament 5: Semifinals in Nashville start at $35 and are available through Ticketmaster.com . The 2025 PFL World Tournament will air live on ESPN platforms in the U.S., Canada and across Europe, fans can catch the action live on DAZN, while globally, the tournament will be streamed in 190 countries through 20 premium media partners. The action continues this week with PFL’s First Round with a four-event residency at Universal Studios Florida on April 3, April 11, April 18, and May 1. One Shot. The annual single-elimination tournament will feature brackets at Heavyweight, Light Heavyweight, Middleweight, Welterweight, Lightweight, Featherweight, Bantamweight, and Women’s Flyweight. The PFL World Tournament spans an action packed five months. 64 of the best fighters from around the world will compete to win MMA’s toughest test - win three straight times in five months to become PFL Tournament Champion. The First Round fights and the Semifinal fights will be three, five-minute rounds while the Finals are five, five-minute rounds. All events and all fights now allow the use of elbows. The PFL World Tournament will payout over $20 million in total prize money, including a $500,000 bonus for every winner.   Upcoming 2025 PFL World Tournament Schedule: 2025 PFL World Tournament 2: First Round - April 11 - Universal Studios Florida, Stage 19 2025 PFL World Tournament 3: First Round - April 18 - Universal Studios Florida, Stage 19 2025 PFL World Tournament 4: First Round - May 1 - Universal Studios Florida, Stage 19 2025 PFL World Tournament 5: Semifinals - June 12 - Nashville Municipal Auditorium, Nashville 2025 PFL World Tournament 6: Semifinals - June 20 - INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita 2025 PFL World Tournament 7: Semifinals - June 27 - Wintrust Arena, Chicago 2025 PFL World Tournament 8: Finals - August 1 - Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, NJ 2025 PFL World Tournament 9: Finals - August 15 - Bojangles Coliseum, Charlotte, NC 2025 PFL World Tournament 10: Finals - August 21 - Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Hollywood, Florida

The electric thrill of being in the right place at the right time—that’s exactly what UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev promises this Saturday, March 1, 2025. UFC’s APEX always delivers high-octane action, but this card is stacked with matchups that could set social media on fire. Knockout artists, relentless wrestlers, and submission specialists are all primed to steal the show. Expect jaw-dropping moments, explosive finishes, and fights that will have fans talking long after the final horn. Let’s break down what’s at stake. Main Event: Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev – Flyweight Showdown with Title Implications The UFC’s flyweight division is red hot, and this main event is a crucial stepping stone toward the championship. Manel Kape, a human highlight reel, is coming off a devastating third-round stoppage of Bruno Silva. His explosive striking and relentless finishing instincts make him a serious threat in the division. On the other side of the Octagon, Asu Almabayev is riding a jaw-dropping 17-fight win streak, including four straight UFC victories. His pressure-heavy approach and grappling dominance make him one of the most dangerous rising contenders. This isn’t the fight originally booked for March 1, but when the MMA gods shuffle the deck, sometimes we get magic. Kape’s striking brilliance versus Almabayev’s suffocating attack—who takes the next step toward the title? Expect fireworks from the opening bell. Co-Main Event: Cody Brundage vs. Julian Marquez – A Middleweight War in the Making Two heavy hitters. Two high-stakes careers. One explosive matchup. Cody Brundage’s UFC run has been pure chaos—stoppages, controversial moments, and all-action performances. Julian Marquez, a fan favorite known for his heart and toughness, is desperate to snap his losing skid and get back into the win column. Both fighters bring a forward-pressure style and a kill-or-be-killed mentality. Don’t expect this one to go the distance—someone is getting finished. The only question is: who lands first? Main Card Must-Watch Fights Nasrat Haqparast vs. Esteban Ribovics (Lightweight Showdown)  – Haqparast is on a four-fight tear, but Ribovics is a powerhouse with a knack for explosive finishes. Expect a high-paced war. Austen Lane vs. Mario Pinto (Heavyweight Slugfest)  – Former NFL player Lane faces an undefeated prospect in Pinto in a battle of raw power and finishing ability. Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis (Featherweight Chess Match)  – Amil is an aggressive whirlwind, while Gomis is a precise counter-striker. This stylistic clash could be a sleeper Fight of the Night. Ricardo Ramos vs. Chepe Mariscal (Featherweight Fireworks)  – Both men are coming off big wins, and their all-action styles scream ‘Fight of the Night’ potential. Prelims Packed with Hidden Gems The early fights feature veterans, rising stars, and dark horses ready to steal the spotlight. Keep an eye on these bangers: Douglas Silva de Andrade vs. John Castaneda (Bantamweight Brawl) Two finishers with knockout power collide in what could be an absolute war. Andrea Lee vs. JJ Aldrich (Flyweight Showdown) Both veterans are fighting to re-establish themselves in a stacked division. Danny Barlow vs. Sam Patterson (Welterweight Prospects Battle) Two DWCS standouts looking to make a statement on the big stage. Montana De La Rosa vs. Luana Carolina (Flyweight Clash)   A fight that could shake up the women’s 125-lb rankings. Danny Silva vs. Lucas Almeida (Featherweight Firefight)   Two aggressive finishers—don’t blink, or you’ll miss a knockout. Charles Johnson vs. Ramazan Temirov (Flyweight Opener)   A seasoned veteran meets a hungry newcomer in a bout that promises non-stop action. Why You Can’t Miss UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev Every APEX event delivers unexpected moments, and this one is shaping up to be something special. Whether it’s a highlight-reel knockout, a breakout performance, or an all-out war, UFC Fight Night on March 1 has all the ingredients for an unforgettable night of fights. 📅 Date:  Saturday, March 1, 2025📍 Location:  UFC APEX, Las Vegas, NV📺 Watch Live on ESPN+  – Prelims at 4 PM ET | Main Card at 7 PM ET Who will rise? Who will fall? And who will leave fans speechless with a moment for the history books? Get ready for the chaos—because when the cage door locks, anything can happen!

The Climate Pledge Arena was on fire as UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs. Song delivered an unforgettable night of action on February 22, 2025. With an electric crowd of 18,287 fans and a staggering live gate revenue of $3,841,751, this event had it all—technical warfare, brutal knockouts, and edge-of-your-seat drama. Main Event: Yadong Song Tops Henry Cejudo via Technical Decision (Eye Poke) The main event between Yadong Song and Henry Cejudo ended in controversy, but not before we witnessed high-level action. Song’s crisp striking and pinpoint accuracy gave him the edge over the former two-division champion. Unfortunately, an accidental eye poke in the third round forced an early decision, with the judges scoring the fight in favor of Song. While the ending left some fans wanting more, Song’s performance solidified his elite status in the bantamweight division. Will a rematch be in the cards? Co-Main Event: Anthony Hernandez Outworks Brendan Allen for a Unanimous Decision Win Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez put on a clinic, dominating Brendan Allen over three grueling rounds. His relentless pace, sharp striking, and powerful grappling left Allen struggling to keep up. With this victory, Hernandez is knocking on the door of a top-10 ranking, proving he's a serious threat in the middleweight division. Main Card Results: 140 Lbs: Rob Font Scrapes Past Jean Matsumoto via Split Decision In a razor-thin contest, Rob Font edged out a split decision win over Jean Matsumoto. Matsumoto’s speed and precision kept Font guessing, but Font’s experience and well-placed shots made the difference. 145 Lbs: Jean Silva Annihilates Melsik Baghdasaryan via KO/TKO (Straight Right to Ground Strikes) at 4:15, Round 1 Jean Silva continued his meteoric rise, dropping Baghdasaryan with a thunderous right hand before sealing the deal with ground strikes. The featherweight division has a new knockout artist on the rise! 205 Lbs: Alonzo Menifield Wins War Against Julius Walker via Split Decision Menifield and Walker left it all in the Octagon, with three rounds of pure grit and determination. Menifield’s power and precise striking edged out the decision in a fight that had fans roaring. This banger rightfully earned Fight of the Night honors! Preliminary Card Results: 205 Lbs: Ion Cutelaba Smashes Ibo Aslan via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) at 2:51, Round 1 Cutelaba wasted no time, locking in a tight arm triangle and putting Aslan to sleep in dominant fashion. 145 Lbs: Melquizael Costa Submits Andre Fili via Guillotine Choke at 4:30, Round 1 Costa made a statement by forcing longtime UFC veteran Andre Fili to tap in the very first round. 185 Lbs: Mansur Abdul-Malik Blasts Nick Klein via KO/TKO (Strikes Against the Cage) at 3:24, Round 2 Abdul-Malik showcased devastating power, finishing Klein with a relentless barrage of strikes. 135 Lbs: Ricky Simón Crushes Javid Basharat via KO/TKO (Straight Right) at 3:58, Round 1 In front of his hometown crowd, Simón delivered a picture-perfect knockout that sent Basharat to the canvas in a heap! 175 Lbs: Austin Vanderford Pummels Nikolay Veretennikov via KO/TKO (Ground and Pound) at 4:13, Round 2 Vanderford’s superior grappling led to a brutal ground-and-pound stoppage. 185 Lbs: Nursulton Ruziboev Floors Eric McConico via KO/TKO (Right Hook) at 0:33, Round 2 It took just 33 seconds in the second round for Ruziboev to end the fight with a vicious right hook. 205 Lbs: Modestas Bukauskas Drops Raffael Cerqueira via KO/TKO (Combination Punches) at 2:12, Round 1 Bukauskas came out swinging and landed a clean combination that put Cerqueira out cold. Fight of the Night: Alonzo Menifield vs. Julius Walker Menifield and Walker delivered a three-round thriller that had fans on their feet. Walker’s relentless wrestling clashed with Menifield’s explosive striking, making this battle one for the books. Performance of the Night Bonuses: Ricky Simón: The hometown hero delivered an electrifying knockout that had the Seattle crowd erupting in celebration. Jean Silva: Another highlight-reel knockout for Silva, cementing him as a rising featherweight phenom. UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs. Song had it all—jaw-dropping knockouts, technical masterclasses, and an unfortunate main event controversy. While Song walked away with the win over Cejudo, the outcome left many calling for a rematch. Meanwhile, Hernandez, Silva, and Simón made massive statements with dominant performances. The UFC landscape just got a whole lot more interesting, and fans are already buzzing about what’s next!

UFC makes its return to Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle for the first time since 2013 with an impressive lineup featuring former champions, top contenders, and emerging talents. In the main event, former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion and current No. 7 ranked bantamweight contender Henry Cejudo steps back into the octagon against No. 8 ranked Song Yadong . UFC FIGHT NIGHT: CEJUDO vs SONG is set for Saturday, February 22 at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Wash. The entire event will stream exclusively on ESPN+ in both English and Spanish, starting with the prelims at 6 pm ET / 3 pm PT, followed by the main card at 9 pm ET / 6 pm PT. The main event is scheduled for five rounds, while all other matches are set for three rounds. UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs Song Official Weigh-In Results: MAIN CARD Main Event - Bantamweight Bout: Henry Cejudo (135) vs Song Yadong (136) Co-Main Event - Middleweight Bout: Brendan Allen (186) vs Anthony Hernandez (186)  Catchweight (140-lbs) Bout: Rob Font (138) vs Jean Matsumoto (139)   Featherweight Bout: Jean Silva (145.5) vs Melsik Baghdasaryan (145) Light Heavyweight Bout: Alonzo Menifield (205) vs Julius Walker (205) PRELIMS Light Heavyweight Bout: Ion Cutelaba (205) vs Ibo Aslan (205)   Featherweight Bout: Andre Fili (145) vs Melquizael Costa (145)   Middleweight Bout: Mansur Abdul-Malik (186) vs Nick Klein (186)  Bantamweight Bout: Ricky Simon (135) vs Javid Basharat (136)  Catchweight (175-lbs) Bout: Nikolay Veretennikov (175) vs Austin Vanderford (174) Middleweight Bout: Nursulton Ruziboev (184) vs Eric McConico (184) Light Heavyweight Bout: Modestas Bukauskas (203) vs Rafael Cerqueira (204)

This Saturday, the UFC makes its electrifying return to Seattle after over a decade, and trust us – this fight night will have you on the edge of your seat! Climate Pledge Arena will be the battleground where legends, contenders, and hungry newcomers collide in bouts that promise non-stop action. How to Watch UFC Seattle 2025 Location:  Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA Date:  Saturday, February 22, 2025 How to Watch:  Prelims at 6 PM ET/3 PM PT, Main Card at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT live on ESPN+ Main Event: Henry Cejudo vs. Song Yadong Can Cejudo, the former champ, reclaim his glory, or will Song Yadong cement his place as the division’s next big thing? This high-stakes bantamweight showdown promises fireworks, with both fighters desperate for victory. Co-Main Event: Brendan Allen vs. Anthony Hernandez Allen wants revenge. Hernandez wants dominance. This isn’t just another fight – it’s a grudge match that could reshape the middleweight landscape. Main Card Thrillers: Jean Silva vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan:  A featherweight clash guaranteed to deliver highlight-reel moments. Rob Font vs. Jean Matsumoto:  Will Font’s experience outshine Matsumoto’s undefeated streak? Alonzo Menifield vs. Julius Walker:  Power meets potential in this electrifying light heavyweight battle. Prelims Packed with Talent: Andre Fili vs. Melquizael Costa:  A must-watch for featherweight fans. Ion Cutelaba vs. Ibo Aslan:  Explosive power and relentless aggression on full display. Adam Fugitt vs. Billy Ray Goff:  Expect heart, grit, and thrilling exchanges. Nursulton Ruziboev vs. Eric McConico:  A middleweight showdown with future implications. Ricky Simón vs. Javid Basharat:  Bantamweight fireworks guaranteed. Mansur Abdul-Malik vs. Nick Klein:  Watch out for these rising stars. Modestas Bukauskas vs. Rafael Cerqueira:  The perfect curtain-raiser for a night of unforgettable action. Don’t just hear about it after – be part of the adrenaline, the drama, and the glory. Tune in to ESPN+ this Saturday and witness UFC history unfold live in Seattle!