Mark your calendars, fight fans! The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to ignite the 2026 season with a spectacular event, PFL MENA: Pride of Arabia, at the iconic Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on May 24. This highly-anticipated night of combat will showcase the finest mixed martial arts talent from the Middle East and North Africa, with athletes representing eleven nations stepping into the cage.
The main event promises to be a thrilling featherweight quarterfinal bout between the UAE’s own Mohammad “The UAE Warrior” Yahya and Tunisia’s Mehdi Saadi. Yahya, a seasoned fighter with a 12-6 record, will make his PFL debut in front of a home crowd, bringing his wealth of experience and local support to the cage. His opponent, Saadi, with a 6-2 record, is no stranger to high-stakes bouts and will be looking to leverage his balanced skill set to secure a victory and advance in the tournament.
In the co-main event, the undefeated Moroccan sensation Salah “Supersalah” Eddine Hamli will face off against Algeria’s veteran fighter Ylies “Broly” Djiroun in a lightweight quarterfinal bout. Hamli, with an impressive 11-0 record, is riding high on a dominant championship run from the previous season, establishing himself as a formidable force in the lightweight division. Djiroun, boasting a 24-9 record, brings a wealth of international experience and a well-rounded skill set to the table, promising an electrifying clash of styles.
Adding to the excitement, the event will witness the much-awaited debut of rising Emirati MMA star Zamzam Al Hammadi. At just 18 years old, Al Hammadi has already made waves in the MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scenes, securing championships in both disciplines. Her inclusion in the PFL MENA roster underscores the league’s commitment to nurturing young talent and providing a platform for the next generation of fighters.
Tickets for this unforgettable night of combat are now available at coca-cola-arena.com, with an early bird discount of 20% valid until April 29. Don’t miss out on the chance to witness history in the making as the best fighters from the MENA region converge in Dubai for a night of pride, passion, and unparalleled action.
As Jerome Mazet, General Manager of PFL MENA, aptly put it, “Dubai is a key market for PFL MENA and a global hub for sport and entertainment, making it the ideal stage for our 2026 season opener. Dubai has consistently shown its passion for MMA, and we are excited to bring local stars like Mohammad Yahya and Zamzam Al Hammadi to perform in front of a home crowd.”
The PFL MENA: Pride of Arabia card is stacked with talent and promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for fight fans. With a lineup featuring some of the best fighters from the region, this event is a testament to the growing popularity and unity of mixed martial arts in the Middle East and North Africa. Be sure to tune in and witness the action unfold live from the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.
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