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As the PFL gears up for its highly anticipated pay-per-view event on October 19, fans are buzzing with excitement over a key lightweight bout that could shake up the division. A.J. McKee, the former Bellator featherweight champion, is set to face off against Paul Hughes, a rising star from Cage Warriors, in a matchup that promises fireworks.
McKee, who transitioned to lightweight after losing his featherweight title to Patricio Pitbull in April 2022, has been on a tear in his new weight class. With a perfect record in his four appearances at 155 pounds, the 29-year-old has shown he's a force to be reckoned with. His most recent victory, a stunning 70-second submission win over Clay Collard at February's PFL vs. Bellator event, solidified his status as a top contender. Boasting an impressive 22-1 record, McKee is currently ranked No. 7 in the Bellator Lightweight Rankings. As he steps into the cage in October, McKee will be looking to extend his winning streak and make a statement in the lightweight division.
On the other side of the octagon stands Paul Hughes, a fighter with a lot of hype behind him. Hughes joined PFL earlier this year as one of the most sought-after free agents in the sport, following a successful nine-fight run with Cage Warriors. The 27-year-old made an immediate impact in his PFL debut, stopping Bobby King via a second-round TKO at Bellator Dublin in June. Hughes is eager to continue his momentum and prove that he belongs among the elite in the lightweight division.
This bout adds even more intrigue to an already stacked card, headlined by the MMA return of Francis Ngannou as he takes on knockout artist Renan Ferreira. With McKee and Hughes both hungry for victory, this showdown has all the ingredients to be a classic.
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