Paul Hughes

Irish MMA star Paul Hughes took on undefeated Bellator lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov in a highly anticipated fight in Dubai. Despite a valiant effort, Hughes fell short, with Nurmagomedov retaining his title via unanimous decision.

Usman Nurmagomedov defended his Bellator lightweight title against Paul Hughes at the PFL Champions Series in Dubai, showcasing his dominance in a fight that reignited the Dagestan vs Ireland MMA rivalry.