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The stage is set for a high-stakes lightweight showdown as A.J. McKee faces Paul Hughes at PFL: Battle of the Giants on Oct. 19 at The Mayadeen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight promises to be a pivotal clash between two formidable competitors, and it’s officially been confirmed by PFL officials.
A.J. McKee, the former Bellator featherweight champion, has been unstoppable. Riding a four-fight winning streak, McKee (22-1) is coming off a dominant submission victory over PFL veteran Clay Collard at the PFL vs. Bellator event earlier this year. Known for his relentless style, McKee has proven he’s a force to be reckoned with in every fight he enters. As he heads into this about, the stakes are high, but so is his confidence. McKee’s goal is clear: to add another win to his already stellar resume.
Paul Hughes is no stranger to high-pressure moments. The former Cage Warriors featherweight champion, now making waves in the PFL, has been on an impressive run of his own. With a six-fight winning streak, Hughes (12-1) recently delivered a strong performance in his debut under the PFL banner by defeating Bobby King in Dublin. The Irish fighter is eager to prove that he’s ready for this elite level of competition, and the upcoming bout against McKee gives him the perfect stage to showcase his skills.
The October 19 card promises a night of electrifying matchups, with other marquee fights on the lineup, including heavyweight star Francis Ngannou taking on Renan Ferreira, and a showdown between Cris Cyborg and Larissa Pacheco. However, the McKee vs. Hughes bout is expected to be one of the most talked-about fights of the evening, pitting two of the best lightweights from different promotions in a battle for supremacy.
As fight fans anticipate the action, McKee’s dominance will be tested, while Hughes looks to capitalize on the biggest opportunity of his career. One thing is certain: fireworks are guaranteed when these two giants collide in Riyadh.
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