Ngannou and Cyborg headline epic card in Saudi Arabia, PFL president guarantees; know rivals

Francis Ngannou with PFL gloves (Photo: Disclosure/PFL)

Electrifying fights and a star show promise to shake up the fighting world at a pay-per-view event in Saudi Arabia between July and September. The card, sent by the president of PFL, Donn Davis, pits heavyweights (up to 120,2 kg) face to face as Francis Ngannou e Renan Problem, in an epic event.

Ngannou, former UFC champion, will make his debut with the organization after suffering brutal knockout against Anthony Joshua in boxing. Problema, the organization's current heavyweight champion, is coming off a dominant victory over Ryan bader.

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The co-main fight will also be breathtaking, with the Brazilian Larissa pacheco, PFL featherweight and lightweight champion, challenging the legendary Chris Cyborg, undefeated since leaving the UFC in 2019.

To complete the stellar card, kickboxing star Cedric Doumbé seeks redemption after a controversial loss. In the last fight, the Frenchman was defeated for the first time after having a barb entering on your foot. Now, he will have the chance to showcase his talent against an opponent yet to be determined.

With high-level fights and the presence of big names in the sport, the event promises to be a milestone in the history of the PFL and a real show for MMA and kickboxing fans.

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