Nurmagomedov, Hughes Rematch Headlines PFL Dubai Lightweight Title Event

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) will host a major MMA event, Champions Series: Road to Dubai – The Rematch, on October 3 at Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena, featuring a 12-fight card headlined by a rematch between undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes for the Lightweight World Title. Nurmagomedov, who won their first encounter by majority decision, initially resisted the rematch but accepted it due to his desire to fight again, while Hughes has been focused on adjusting his strategy to dethrone Nurmagomedov. Hughes criticized Nurmagomedov for trying to delay the rematch, but the PFL enforced the bout to proceed, underscoring its significance. Hughes emphasized that his primary goal is to defeat Nurmagomedov rather than just win the belt, aiming for MMA superstardom with this victory. The event also features a co-main event Light Heavyweight World Title fight between Corey Anderson and 2024 PFL Light Heavyweight Champion Dovlet Yagshimuradov, alongside several other notable matchups. This event promises to be a landmark night for MMA fans, showcasing some of the sport's top fighters on a world stage.