Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes II: Rematch for the PFL Lightweight Championship in Dubai

Title Rematch! Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes in Dubai

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has confirmed the lightweight championship rematch between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes for October 3 in Dubai.

The promotion announced the fight for the 155-pound title this Wednesday. Anticipation for this second match has been high since January, when Nurmagomedov defeated Hughes by majority decision. Nurmagomedov, who is the cousin of the legendary Khabib Nurmagomedov, showed dominance, but Hughes pushed him to the limit in the inaugural fight for the PFL lightweight title.

Hughes stated that he felt he won and called the judges’ scorecards “pretty ridiculous”.

Paul Hughes

Hughes, 28, scored a knockout victory in the first round against Bruno Miranda in May. Nurmagomedov has not fought since his victory over Hughes. In addition, the PFL announced a light heavyweight fight between Corey Anderson and Dovlet Yagshimuradov for the October 3rd event.