Paul Hughes faces Usman Nurmagomedov

Khabib Nurmagomedov Invites Paul Hughes to Dagestan Following War With Usman
Paul Hughes nearly defeated Usman Nurmagomedov at PFL Champions Series Dubai, leading to an invite to Dagestan from Khabib Nurmagomedov.
PFL Champions Series results, highlights: Usman Nurmagomedov edges past Paul Hughes in thriller
In the main event of the first PFL: Road to Dubai Championship Series, Nurmagomedov took identical scores of 48-46 while the third judge had it even, 47-47. CBS Sports also scored the bout, which included a point deduction against Nurmagomedov in Round 3 for low blows, a 47-47 draw.
PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series results: Usman Nurmagomedov retains in early FOTY candidate vs. Paul Hughes
Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes delivered an incredible title fight in the PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series main event.
PFL News: Paul Hughes Slams 'Ridiculous' Scorecards, Calls For Usman Nurmagomedov Rematch
Paul Hughes criticized the judges' scorecards after his majority decision defeat to Usman Nurmagomedov, then called for a rematch with the Russian champion.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shares emotional tribute to cousin Usman after controversial PFL win over Paul Hughes
Earlier this month, ‘The Eagle’ watched on as Islam Makhachev submitted Renato Moicano to defend the lightweight title he used to hold at UFC 311. Unfortunately, things didn’t go quite as well for his cousin, Umar Nurmagomedov, who lost to Merab Dvaslishili in their bantamweight title fight co-headliner.
Usman Nurmagomedov: Only one reason Paul Hughes has PFL title shot in Dubai
“Brother, nobody knows who is Paul Hughes,” Nurmagomedov told MMA Junkie. “He can talk something only because he wants to promote himself. PFL gave him this title shot only because he’s from Ireland, and they want to promote Ireland vs. Dagestan – something like that.
PFL News: Usman Nurmagomedov Shuts Down Rematch Talk After Paul Hughes Win
Usman Nurmagomedov isn't interested in an immediate rematch with Paul Hughes. Nurmagomedov successfully defended his Bellator lightweight title after a five-round war with Paul Hughes at PFL Road To Dubai and admitted that he'd gained a lot of respect for his opponent.
‘Crazy experience’… Islam Makhachev breaks his silence after Usman Nurmagomedov’s PFL win over Paul Hughes
The Bellator lightweight champion defended his belt via a controversial majority decision win that got fans riled up, with UFC legend Conor McGregor the most vocal detractor of the judges and their scorecards. On Sunday, Islam Makhachev shared a brief social media statement reflecting on his time in Dubai for the big fight.
Usman Nurmagomedov admits he underestimated Paul Hughes, shuts down immediate rematch
Usman Nurmagomedov admits Paul Hughes' pre-fight accusation was accurate. He underestimated the Irishman ahead of their bout Saturday, but left the matchup with a completely different attitude. In the PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai main event,
What time is the Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes fight tonight? Cagewalks, running order, streaming, how to watch
The Professional Fighters League returns for the first time in 2025 with the Road to Dubai Champions Series headlined by Bellator lightweight
PFL Champions Series -- Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes fight prediction, odds, start time, undercard
For as much as there has been to criticize the PFL over the past 12 months as the promotion continues to make claims of where it stands as the co-leader in global MMA, Saturday's main event of the inaugural PFL Champions Series in Dubai is a must-see event.
PFL Dubai results: Usman Nurmagomedov, Paul Hughes deliver early Fight of the Year candidate in thrilling affair
PFL launched its 2025 campaign Saturday with its new "Champions Series" premier events.
Usman Nurmagomedov defeats bloodied Paul Hughes in FINAL Bellator title fight as Jake Paul fires dig at Conor McGregor
USMAN NURMAGOMEDOV put MMA’s most bitter of feuds to bed with victory over Paul Hughes in Dubai. Seven years on from Conor ...