The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to make a thrilling return to Southern California with an electrifying event on Saturday, June 27, at the renowned Pechanga Arena San Diego. The night’s main event will feature a high-stakes featherweight showdown between the hometown hero and No. 2-ranked AJ McKee (24-2) and the undefeated No. 6-ranked Salamat Isbulaev (10-0).
“San Diego has always been a hub for world-class combat sports, and this event is a testament to PFL’s commitment to delivering elite talent and meaningful matchups,” stated PFL CEO John Martin. “The clash between AJ McKee and Salamat Isbulaev is more than just a fight; it’s a battle between a seasoned champion and an undefeated rising star, promising an unforgettable night of action.”
The main card of PFL San Diego will be broadcast live on ESPN 2 in the U.S., starting at 10 pm ET / 7 pm PT. The preliminary fights will kick off at 7 pm ET / 4 pm PT and will be available via the ESPN app. Tickets for this highly anticipated event will go on pre-sale starting Monday, April 27, with the public on-sale beginning Wednesday, April 29, through AXS.
The main event is poised to have significant implications for the PFL featherweight division. AJ McKee, a former Bellator World Champion and a proud representative of Southern California, aims to defend his top-ranking position. McKee, known for his dangerous skills and impressive record, recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Adam Borics at PFL Madrid.
On the other side of the ring, Salamat Isbulaev from Kazakhstan enters the bout with an unblemished professional record. His dominant win over Jesus Pinedo in February has quickly established him as a formidable contender in the 145-pound division.
PFL San Diego will also highlight the league’s new partnership with GOVX, a leading platform dedicated to serving military members, first responders, and government personnel. Through this collaboration, GOVX will provide exclusive discounted ticket access to its community of over 12 million members. Additionally, GOVX will serve as the Presenting Partner of PFL San Diego and the presenting sponsor of “Military Row,” honoring the San Diego military community on fight night.
The updated main card for PFL San Diego at Pechanga Arena San Diego is as follows:
Featherweight Main Event: #2-AJ McKee (24-2) vs. #6-Salamat Isbulaev (10-0)
Looking ahead, the PFL schedule includes:
Saturday, May 2: PFL Sioux Falls at Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Saturday, May 23: PFL Brussels at ING Arena in Brussels, Belgium
Saturday, June 27: PFL San Diego at Pechanga Arena San Diego in San Diego, California
Mark your calendars and get ready for a night of intense competition and unforgettable moments as PFL brings top-tier mixed martial arts action to San Diego.
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