Only 1 reason Paul Hughes has PFL title shot in Dubai

PFL Champions Series -- Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes fight prediction, odds, undercard, start time
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.
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 Road to Dubai Champions Series weigh-in results: Nurmagomedov, Hughes on weight for title fight
The weigh-ins are in the books in Dubai, and the fights are official for the PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series. In the main event, Bellator lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov puts that former promotion's title on the line under the PFL banner against
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
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).
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.
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.
PFL Dubai purses and payouts: How much Usman Nurmagomedov, Paul Hughes, and others are making? Reported, estimated, and previous payouts
Nurmagomedov is coming off an incredible unanimous decision victory over Alexandr Shabliy at Bellator San Diego last September. Per MMA Junkie, the reigning lightweight champion was paid a whopping $100,000 for his performance. Given the hype behind his fight against Hughes, it won't be surprising to see him pocket a higher figure at PFL Dubai.
(Exclusive) Paul Hughes Embraces "Destiny" in PFL Main Event with Usman Nurmagomedov
MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré spoke with Paul Hughes before he challenges the undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov at PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series.
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.
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.
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