Don’t miss the epic clash of MMA titans at PFL Champions vs. Bellator Champions! Get ready for an unforgettable night of fights as the reigning titleholders from the Professional Fighters League and Bellator MMA go head-to-head in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
| Bout | Fighters |
|---|---|
| Renan Ferreira vs. Ryan Bader | Heavyweight Champion vs. Champion Bout |
| Impa Kasanganay vs. Johnny Eblen | Middleweight Champion vs. Champion Bout |
| Jesus Pinedo vs. Patricio Pitbull | Featherweight Champion vs. Champion Bout |
| Thiago Santos vs. Yoel Romero | Light Heavyweight Showcase Bout |
| Clay Collard vs. AJ McKee | Lightweight Showcase Bout |
The PFL Champions vs. Bellator Champions event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia will feature five must-watch bouts. From the heavyweight clash between Renan Ferreira and Ryan Bader to the lightweight showcase between Clay Collard and AJ McKee, fight fans are in for an action-packed night of MMA.
The highly anticipated mixed martial arts event, PFL Champions vs. Bellator Champions, is set to take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This groundbreaking event brings together the reigning titleholders from the Professional Fighters League (PFL) and Bellator MMA in a must-see showdown. With thrilling matchups across multiple weight divisions, fight fans are in for an unforgettable night of action.
Renan Ferreira vs. Ryan Bader (Heavyweight Champion vs. Champion Bout)
One of the main attractions of the night is the heavyweight clash between PFL World Champion Renan “Problema” Ferreira and Bellator Heavyweight Champion Ryan “Darth” Bader. Both fighters have proven themselves against top-tier competition and are determined to assert their dominance in the stacked heavyweight division.
Impa Kasanganay vs. Johnny Eblen (Middleweight Champion vs. Champion Bout)
In a battle for middleweight supremacy, PFL Light Heavyweight World Champion Impa Kasanganay squares off against Bellator Champion Johnny Eblen. This matchup promises to showcase the elite talent and skills of these two champions, as they go head-to-head in the center of the Kingdom Arena.
Jesus Pinedo vs. Patricio Pitbull (Featherweight Champion vs. Champion Bout)
Featherweight glory is on the line as PFL World Champion Jesus Pinedo takes on Bellator Champion Patricio “Pitbull” Friere. With their relentless fighting styles, this matchup has the potential to be the fight of the night. Fans can expect high-paced action and strategic brilliance as Pinedo and Pitbull battle for featherweight supremacy.
Thiago Santos vs. Yoel Romero (Light Heavyweight Showcase Bout)
The light heavyweight division takes center stage with a showcase bout between PFL title contender Thiago Santos and Bellator title contender Yoel Romero. Known for their explosive striking and grappling abilities, Santos and Romero promise a battle that could have title implications down the line. MMA enthusiasts won’t want to miss the fireworks when these two formidable fighters collide.
Clay Collard vs. AJ McKee (Lightweight Showcase Bout)
In a lightweight showcase, PFL title contender Clay Collard faces former Bellator Champion AJ McKee. This technical and high-paced contest is expected to be a thrilling matchup. Collard’s unorthodox style clashes with McKee’s well-rounded skill set, making this bout a potential candidate for Fight of the Night.
The event will also feature other exciting matchups, including Claressa Shields’ SmartCage return and the professional debut of Biaggio Ali Walsh. The full card is packed with talent and promises an unforgettable night of MMA action.
PPV Card
- Heavyweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Renan Ferreira (PFL World Champ) vs. Ryan Bader (Bellator Champ)
- Middleweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Impa Kasanganay (PFL Light Heavyweight World Champ) vs. Johnny Eblen (Bellator Champ)
- Welterweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Magomed Magomedkerimov (PFL World Champ) vs. Jason Jackson (Bellator Champ)
- Featherweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Jesus Pinedo (PFL World Champ) vs. Patricio Pitbull (Bellator Champ)
- Heavyweight Showcase Bout: Bruno Cappelozza (former PFL World Champ) vs. Vadim Nemkov (former Bellator Champ)
- Light Heavyweight Showcase Bout: Thiago Santos (PFL title contender) vs. Yoel Romero (Bellator title contender)
- Lightweight Showcase Bout: Clay Collard (PFL title contender) vs. AJ McKee (former Bellator Champ)
Early Card
- Featherweight Showcase Bout: Gabriel Braga (PFL title contender) vs. Aaron Pico (Bellator title contender)
- Lightweight Showcase Bout: Biaggio Ali Walsh (Pro Debut) vs. Chris Morris (Pro Debut)
- Lightweight Showcase Bout: Claressa Shields vs. Kelsey DeSantis
- Featherweight Showcase Bout: Abdullah Al-Qahtani vs. Edukondal Rao
- Amateur Flyweight Bout: Malik Basahel vs. Vinicius Pereira
PFL Champions versus Bellator Champions will be broadcast on ESPNews, ESPN+, ESPN+ PPV, and DAZN on Saturday, February 24th, 2024.
