Belfast –PFL Europe Belfast It will end at the SSE Arena after the evening incredible action, with shiny stars and distinguished performances to place the continent and the world.
The crowd in Belfast broke out as Paul “Gigantic News” Hughes (14-2) He entered the SmartkaGage and provided the promise of dismantling the Harudicing Brazilian Bruno “Solid” Miranda (17-6). After a special entry thanks to the kindness of the Irish Foy Vance music icon, Hughes wore the country on his back and facilitated the Brazilian, needing only 42 seconds to catch a kick and counterattack into a perfectly placed left hook, which sent him on canvas and exploding by a crowd of a hometown.
At the Co-Main event, master Bantamweight 2024 PFL Europe, Lewis “The McGrizzla” McGgrillen (12-1) He showed once again why he is the biggest perspective in the division, adding his first stopping of applications to his amazing list of finishes when he defeated Alan “Super Ali” Philpott (21-17-0, 1 NC) After sinking in the perfect photo of the rear naked choke. McGrillen’s crumbs turned out to be too much, starting to fight bulky strikes, eventually slamming Philpott in the middle of the smartkage to start a series of scrambled eggs, which ultimately lead to an amazing finish.
The first tournament in 2025 PFL Europe Europe began in Belfast, and four fighters hit their ticket to the semi -finals: Connor Hughes, Gino Van Steenis, Alex Chizov and Claudio Palcel.
Connor Hughes (11-2) He presented his commodity power to overcome Sebastian di Franco (10-4) In a sizzling battle, placing a lightweight PFL Europe finalist in 2024. In a pole position for the 2025 tournament. Liverpudlian knocked his opponent in the second round with one spotless right hand at 2:36.
In the lightweight PFL Europe tournament, Spain Gino “The Ghost Assassin” from Steenis (6-1) He showed that he was too much Decky Mcaenan (9-6-1) In the SEZ arena and goes to the next round. After his right hand dropped him in the second round, Van Steenis was able to win a unanimous victory of 29-28 × 3. Gino van Steenis will face Connor Hughes in the lightweight semi-final of the Europe tournament of Europe 2025.
In the fight against grabbing, Haider “Darth” Khan (10-1) He continued his impressive start in PFL when he defeated Sean McCormac (3-3) In a challenging unanimous decision, making his sixth victory in a row.
Latvia Alex “Pretty Boy” Chizov (11-3) He denied when he defeated the instruction Mark Ewen (6-2) To advance in the lightweight PFL Europe tournament in 2025 against Claudio Palcel. Chizov quickly performed EWEN, with his left hand, sending it to the canvas at 1:33 of the first round.
Italy Claudio Palcel (6-2) He also secured his place in the 2025 PFL Europe Europe Lightweight Tournament, changing the huge performance to prove his grit and endurance of defeating Liverpool Gavin “Gigantic Tasty” Hughes (11-5). After electrifying three rounds of bulky strokes, Pacella was able to provide unanimous victory in the decision. Claudio Palcel will face Alex Chizov in the lightweight semi -final of the Europe tournament of Europe 2025.
John Sherbats (3-0) He came out victorious in the combat of welterweight against March “Di General” Edwards (4-2) from KO in the first round. Sheridan joined early, dropping Edwards, who was able to climb back, just to drop again at 1:53, where the judge entered.
Gemma Auld (2-0) He showed twice to the world that you can be a full-time teacher and a professional MMA warrior when he beats “Ghetto Cinderella” Sammy-Jo Luxton (2-1) In a fierce competitive fight for women in a fly weight. After a few cruel ground-n-Funt Auld was able to sink in the rear naked choke at 2:42 in the second round.
And finally, after three challenging rounds of bulky strokes and cutting elbows, Corey McLaughlin (1-1) He secured his first PrO win and resigned from the team of Ireland’s team to the victorious start when he defeated Nahom “blessed” WEDI (0-1) according to a unanimous decision.
PFL Europe Belfast – results
Airy main presentation events:
Paul Hughes (14-2) def. Bruno Miranda (17-6) by the first round of TKO AT (0.42)
Bantamweight Co-Main Event Presentation:
Lewis McGgrillen (12-1) def. Alan Philpott (21-17-0, 1 NC) According to the second round (RNC) at 3:17
PFL Europe Europe lightweight tournament:
Connor Hughes (11-2) def. Sebastian in Franco (10-4) According to the second round of KO (2:46)
PFL Europe Europe lightweight tournament:
Gino van steenis (6-1) def. Decky Mcaenan (9-6-1) through a unanimous decision (29-28 × 3)
PFL Europe Europe Catch WWWeight Showcase:
Haider Khan (10-1) def. Sean McCormac (3-3) Through a unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 × 2)
PFL Europe Europe lightweight tournament:
Alex Chizov (11-3) def. Mark Ewen (6-2) by the first round of TKO O (1:33)
PFL Europe Europe lightweight tournament:
Claudio pacella (6-2) vs. Gavin Hughes (11-5) Through a unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 × 2)
PFL Europe Europe Welter Wweight Showcase:
Archie Sherve (3-0) def. March aadards (4-2) through the first round of KO at 1:53
PFL Europe Europe Women’s Flyweight Showcase:
Gemma Auld (2-0) def. Sammy-Jo Luxton (2-1) according to the second round (RNC) at 2:42
PFL Europe Europe Feather WWWeight Showcase:
Corey McLaughlin (1-1) def. Nahom has (0-1) According to a unanimous decision (30-27 × 2, 29-28)
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Magomed Ankalaev got back in the win column in his first fight since losing the UFC light heavyweight title, but it wasn't the most memorable performance in recent memory in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi. Following the win, should Ankalaev get another crack at the title when Carlos Ulberg is ready to return, or does Ankalaev have more work to do?
Following the UFC's most recent Fight Night event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the card, Ankalaev's victory in the lackluster main event against Bogdan Guskov, and where he goes in a weird light heavyweight division. Additionally, they react to Ramazan Temirov's brutal knockout victory against Steve Erceg in the flyweight co-main event, Magomed Zaynukov's successful UFC debut and his ceiling at lightweight, and much more.
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Magomed Ankalaev got back to his dominant winning ways, but he probably shouldn't wait for that championship call anytime soon.
In a UFC Abu Dhabi main event that was occasionally met with boos, Ankalaev put on a workmanlike performance against short-notice replacement Bogdan Guskov before finding a finish in the final round.
After only a few minutes, it was clear Guskov was not prepared to throw caution to the wind in his attempt to upset a former UFC light heavyweight champion and top 5 ranked fighter. Ankalaev invited Guskov to spar with him at range and Guskov obliged, presenting little danger and allowing Ankalaev to pick him apart on the feet.
Through the first two rounds, Ankalaev had a clear advantage on the scorecards, but that had as much to do with Guskov's complete lack of offense as it did Ankalaev's methodical striking game. The short-notice underdog, known for his hard-hitting knockouts, looked timid against Ankalaev and it only got worse for Guskov as the fight went on. Making matters worse for the Etihad Arena crowd, who were vocal in their displeasure, Ankalaev was content to do just enough to earn 10-9s without coming close to a finish by the end of Round 3.
In Round 4, Guskov needed a Hail Mary finish to win and instead he was grounded and nearly choked out by Ankalaev. The former champion later took Guskov down in the fifth and continued to cruise until Marc Goddard called for a strangely timed—but merciful—stoppage 2:41 into the round.
This was an important win for Ankalaev (21-2-1), who was coming off of a disappointing 80-second loss to rival Alex Pereira in a light heavyweight championship rematch this past October. That was Ankalaev's first loss since 2018, but with his victory Saturday he is now unbeaten in 15 of his past 16 fights.
In his post-fight interview, Ankalaev put the onus on Guskov for the dull contest.
“He wasn't engaging in the striking,†Ankalaev said via a Russian translator. “I was trying to find him and he kept getting away.â€
Guskov (18-4-1) sees a five-fight unbeaten run come to an end after a disappointing performance. The Uzbek standout stepped into the UFC Abu Dhabi main event on 12 days' notice after Ankalaev's original opponent Khalil Rountree Jr. was forced out with an injury. Guskov was originally scheduled to meet Jan Blachowicz in a rematch next Saturday at UFC Belgrade.
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