Only 1 reason Paul Hughes has PFL title shot in Dubai

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.
‘I counted him out’… Francis Ngannou reveals the moment Paul Hughes ‘gained his respect’ ahead of PFL title fight
PFL heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou reveals the moment that Paul Hughes ‘gained his respect’ ahead of Big News’ lightweight title fight.
'This is going to be his demise' - Paul Hughes claims Usman Nurmagomedov has made huge error ahead of title fight
Paul Hughes has claimed that Usman Nurmagomedov is already looking past him ahead of their Bellator lightweight title fight.
(Exclusive) Paul Hughes Embraces "Destiny" in PFL Main Event with Usman Nurmagomedov
MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré spoke with Paul Hughes before he challenged the undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov at PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series.
Paul Hughes eyes homecoming with historic win over Usman Nurmagomedov
The 27-year-old has a golden opportunity to become a PFL champion this weekend, but faces his toughest challenge yet in Usman Nurmagomedov
Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes Stats, Prediction and PFL Road to Dubai Fight Breakdown
A feud that transcends promotions, a rivalry the MMA world just can’t seem to move on from. The post Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes Stats, Prediction and PFL Road to Dubai Fight Breakdown appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Usman Nurmagomedov Vs Paul Hughes Live Streaming: When, Where To Watch Bellator Lightweight Title Fight
Here is all you need to know about the Road to Dubai Champions Series main event, to be fought between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes: preview, timing, full card and live streaming details
Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes betting odds
The PFL is hosting the first card of the year with the Road to Dubai Champions Series, previously under the Bellator banner. As of 2025, Bellator is
PFL MMA: Paul Hughes challenges Usman Nurmagomedov for world lightweight title – Irish start time, stream & TV channel
PFL launches 2025 with the highly anticipated Road to Dubai Champions Series fight card on Saturday night. The card is set to be headlined by an cracking 155lbs title showdown. Undefeated Bellator
PFL Dubai Champions Series - Nurmagomedov Vs. Hughes - How To Watch
The PFL takes center stage in MMA this weekend. The PFL Dubai Champions Series event takes place on Saturday. Here's how you can watch.
Paul Hughes happy with underdog tag ahead of PFL world lightweight title fight against Usman Nurmagomedov
Paul Hughes said he is happy to be tagged as the underdog against the undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov ahead of their title clash in Dubai. At stake for the Irishman is the PFL world lightweight title belt in the landmark 10-fight card in the inaugural Road to Dubai Champions Series at the Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday.
Hughes targets MMA 'superstardom' for 2025
Irishman Paul Hughes says he is ready to take Usman Nurmagomedov "to the depths of hell" in their Bellator Lightweight ...
‘Going to turn heads’ – Paul Hughes vows to avenge Conor McGregor’s Khabib Nurmagomedov defeat
Paul Hughes has promised to avenge Conor McGregor’s loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov this weekend. Hughes faces Khabib’s cousin, ...
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Irish fighter John Mitchell expects to light up Dubai in make-or-break bout
PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series, headlined by undefeated Bellator Lightweight World Champion Usman Nurmagomedov and rising ...