Professional Fighters League (PFL) has signed Saudi Arabian fighter Hattan Alsaif, the first female athlete from the country to join a major global MMA promotion. Alsaif, a Muay Thai champion, is set to make her amateur MMA debut in PFL. This historic signing paves the way for more opportunities for aspiring female fighters in Saudi Arabia.
| Saudi Arabian Fighter Hattan Alsaif Signs with Professional Fighters League |
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| Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced the signing of Hattan Alsaif, a Saudi Arabian-born fighter, making her the first female athlete from the country to join a major global MMA promotion. Alsaif, 22, comes from a background in Muay Thai and is set to make her amateur MMA debut in PFL. This historic signing is expected to open doors for more aspiring female fighters in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. |
| Alsaif’s journey to the PFL began with her remarkable achievements in martial arts. She became the first Saudi Arabian athlete to win a gold medal at the 2023 International Federation of Muay Thai Associations World Championships in the under-45-kilograms category. She also claimed first place at the World Combat Games and the Saudi Games last year. |
| In a statement, Alsaif expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, stating, "Receiving a contract from the PFL is a dream come true for me. Being the first female MMA fighter from Saudi Arabia to be signed by a major global organization like PFL is a true honor. I won’t take this responsibility lightly, and I am committed to doing my best to represent my country. I hope this paves the way for more opportunities for aspiring female fighters." |
| Ray Sefo, the PFL president of fighter operations, praised Alsaif’s accomplishments and emphasized her role in inspiring future generations of female fighters. "With Alsaif’s remarkable achievements in martial arts, she has undeniably earned her place in the PFL, and we believe she will pave the way for many more talented female fighters in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East," said Sefo. |
| This groundbreaking signing marks a significant step forward for women in combat sports in Saudi Arabia and highlights the growing recognition and support for female athletes in the region. |
Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced the signing of Hattan Alsaif, a Saudi Arabian-born fighter, making her the first female athlete from the country to join a major global MMA promotion. Alsaif, 22, comes from a background in Muay Thai and is set to make her amateur MMA debut in PFL. This historic signing is expected to open doors for more aspiring female fighters in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
Alsaif’s journey to the PFL began with her remarkable achievements in martial arts. She became the first Saudi Arabian athlete to win a gold medal at the 2023 International Federation of Muay Thai Associations World Championships in the under-45-kilograms category. She also claimed first place at the World Combat Games and the Saudi Games last year.
In a statement, Alsaif expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, stating, "Receiving a contract from the PFL is a dream come true for me. Being the first female MMA fighter from Saudi Arabia to be signed by a major global organization like PFL is a true honor. I won’t take this responsibility lightly, and I am committed to doing my best to represent my country. I hope this paves the way for more opportunities for aspiring female fighters."
Ray Sefo, the PFL president of fighter operations, praised Alsaif’s accomplishments and emphasized her role in inspiring future generations of female fighters. "With Alsaif’s remarkable achievements in martial arts, she has undeniably earned her place in the PFL, and we believe she will pave the way for many more talented female fighters in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East," said Sefo.
This groundbreaking signing marks a significant step forward for women in combat sports in Saudi Arabia and highlights the growing recognition and support for female athletes in the region.
