Francis Ngannou: PFL's Battle of the Giants Welcomes AJ McKee vs. Paul Hughes
Francis Ngannou Headlines PFL's Upcoming Event
Professional Fighters League’s (PFL) upcoming pay-per-view (PPV) event is scheduled for Oct. 19, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and features a thrilling match-up between A.J. McKee and Paul Hughes. This exciting contest will be part of the 'Battle of the Giants' card. A.J. McKee, former Bellator MMA Featherweight champion, is riding high with four consecutive victories, the latest being a first-round submission against Clay Collard at the 'PFL vs. Bellator' mega event.
A.J. McKee's Quest for Title Contention
McKee is eager to elevate his status in the Lightweight division, aiming to stop the momentum of Paul Hughes, who impressed in his debut with a technical knockout victory over Bobby King at Bellator Dublin. Hughes, a rising star signed by PFL, aims to make his mark by being only the second fighter to defeat McKee.
Main Event Highlights
- Main Event: Renan Ferreira vs. Francis Ngannou
- Co-Main Event: Cris Cyborg vs. Larissa Pacheco
- A.J. McKee vs. Paul Hughes Lightweight clash
The PFL ‘Battle of the Giants’ PPV promises thrilling match-ups, culminating in Francis Ngannou's promotional debut against division champion Renan Ferreira, setting the stage for an unforgettable night in MMA.
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