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.
Focus on Usman Nurmagomedov v Paul Hughes in Road to Dubai Champions Series
The bout between Dagestani fighter Usman Nurmagomedov, the Bellator lightweight world champion who is 18-0 so far, and Ireland's Paul Hughes will be the top attraction of the Road to Dubai Champions Series, organised by the Professional Fighters League (PFL), at the Coco Cola Arena in Dubai on Saturday (January 25).
PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series weigh-in results: Nurmagomedov, Hughes on weight for title fight
In the main event, Bellator lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov puts that former promotion’s title on the line under the PFL banner against challenger Paul Hughes. Both fighters hit championship weight without issue to make the fight official.
(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 sends chilling warning to Usman Nurmagomedov ahead of PFL showdown
Paul Hughes takes on Usman Nurmagomedov on Saturday night for the Bellator lightweight title, and the pair engaged in a frosty face-off in Dubai ahead of the fight
Usman Nurmagomedov promises to defeat Paul Hughes ‘before five rounds’ in PFL lightweight title fight
Usman Nurmagomedov is the centre of attention amid 19 other fighters in the PFL’s inaugural Road to Dubai Champions Series slated for Saturday at the Coca-Cola Arena. There are good reasons for him to hog the limelight.
‘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, Usman Nurmagomedov, in the main event of PFL’s highly
PFL Champions Series: Road To Dubai Main Card Betting Odds And Picks
We look at the betting odds, picks and predictions for the PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai fight card which has a main event of Usman Nurmagomedov vs, Paul Hughes
Is Usman Nurmagomedov Coming to UFC? Khabib’s Cousin & PFL Champ Ends Big Question With One Line
We are just moments away from witnessing Usman Nurmagomedov's third title defense against Paul Hughes in Dubai this weekend. The post Is Usman Nurmagomedov Coming to UFC? Khabib’s Cousin & PFL Champ Ends Big Question With One Line appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Paul Hughes Plans to Drag Usman Nurmagomedov 'Into Deep Waters'
Paul Hughes is ready to drag undefeated champion Usman Nurmagomedov into a fight as he challenges for the Bellator lightweight title in Dubai.
‘Make this chicken tap’ — MMA fans send message to Paul Hughes as they react to chilling ‘Dagestan vs Ireland 2’ PFL promotional video
The promotional trailer for Usman Nurmagomedov vs Paul Hughes has just dropped and there’s one clear fan favourite. Nurmagomedov defends his Bellator lightweight title against Hughes at the ...
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 ...
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 ...