PFL Coming to Jeddah in May

MMA fans are in for a treat as another exciting chapter of the sport prepares to unfold in Jeddah in just over a month.

Witness the region's top fighters compete in the second season of the Professional Fighters League (PFL), set to take place in Jeddah.

The action will begin on Friday, May 9, at the Onyx Arena. Partnering with Jeddah Season, PFL seeks to elevate MMA across the Middle East, focusing on fostering local and regional talent.

This includes a spotlight on Jeddah-based fighters such as Malik Basahel (21-3-1), making his PFL debut, and Ahmed Makki, who is gearing up for his final professional match.

This season features a competitive format where 32 elite fighters from the Middle East and North Africa participate in single matches, followed by playoffs and finals.

Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah “The Reaper” Al-Qahtani, the current 2024 featherweight champion, is set to make his return to the competition.

Looking ahead, the 2025 season will introduce four weight classes, alongside newly signed regional champions from leading organizations.

The intensity of the competition will peak as it concludes in late November, with four champions each earning USD 100,000 and claiming the PFL MENA 2025 title.

Tickets for the event will go on sale starting Tuesday, March 25. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thrilling MMA experience!

Professional Fighters League Season 2, Onyx Arena, Friday, May 9.

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