PFL vs. Bellator: Champions Event in Riyadh Showcases Action-Packed MMA Clash
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On February 24, 2024, the highly anticipated PFL vs. Bellator: Champions event took place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event featured an exciting showdown between fighters from the two promotions, with an electrifying main card aired live on pay-per-view at 3 p.m. ET following prelims on ESPN+ at noon ET.
The main event saw PFL's Renan Ferreira face off against Bellator's Ryan Bader in a thrilling heavyweight bout, while middleweights Impa Kasanganay and Johnny Eblen battled it out in the co-main event. Notable names such as Yoel Romero, A.J. McKee, Aaron Pico, and Claressa Shields also showcased their skills in the ring.
In one of the standout moments of the night, A.J. McKee secured a victory over Clay Collard via a submission with a triangle armbar in the first round. Aaron Pico also delivered an impressive performance, defeating Henry Corrales by TKO with elbows in the first round.
Abdullah Al-Qahtani delighted the home crowd with a commanding performance, earning a TKO victory over Edukondala Rao in the third round at 0:23. The event was filled with intense matchups and thrilling moments, keeping fans on the edge of their seats throughout the night.
Overall, the PFL vs. Bellator: Champions event delivered on its promise of showcasing top-tier MMA talent and exciting bouts, solidifying its reputation as a must-watch event in the world of mixed martial arts.