Cara de Sapato and Mutante qualify for the PFL light heavyweight semi-finals; See the switch

C. de Sapato and C. Mutante are in the semi-finals of the PFL light heavyweight division. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage

The fifth edition of the PFL was not good for Antonio Shoe Guy e Cezar Mutant, but they have reason to celebrate. The Brazilians entered action last Thursday (17) and didn't even manage to win, but are classified for the semi-finals of the light heavyweight division (under 93kg). The winner of the tournament receives US$1 million (about R$5 million).

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On the preliminary card, Shoe Face He faced Vinny Magalhães in a Brazilian duel. However, when trying to throw a knee, he hit his compatriot's genitals, who was unable to return to the fight. Still, the winner of the third season of 'The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3' confirmed his participation in the next phase by reaching seven points (one victory and one 'no result' fight). He will face Argentine and current champion Emiliano Sordi.

Yes, Cezar Mutant, who was defeated by Chris Camozzi in a unanimous decision by the judges, also advanced. Although he didn't score, the champion of the first season of TUF Brasil managed six points and confirmed his presence in the playoffs of the competition. Now, Mutante measures forces against the Norwegian Martin Hamlet in search of the dream place in the final.

Brazilian representative at welterweight

The only Brazilian to win in PFL #5, João Zeferino submitted Jason Ponet, got his second consecutive victory in the tournament and is a semi-finalist in the tournament at welterweight (under 77kg). With eight points, the Brazilian leads the group and faces the Russian Magomed Magomedkerimov.

Despite losing to Gleison Tibau in the main fight of the night, Rory McDonald is classified. Former Bellator champion, the Canadian finished the first phase with six points and now faces Ray Cooper III.

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Light Heavyweight Semifinal matchups are set for the #PFLPlayoffs! pic.twitter.com/94zhKqz9Is

— PFL (@PFLMMA) June 18, 2021

Welterweight Semifinal Matchups are OFFICIAL!#PFLPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/FnmQoPtugj

— PFL (@PFLMMA) June 18, 2021

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