PFL MENA 3 Semifinals Weigh-Ins | WW, LW, FW & BW Face-Offs in Riyadh
The stage is set for PFL’s fastest-growing division, PFL MENA 3, as fighters from Welterweight, Lightweight, Featherweight, and Bantamweight divisions hit the scales ahead of the semifinals. The weigh-ins in Riyadh gave fans a taste of the intensity that will unfold inside the SmartCage, with high-stakes matchups across the board.
PFL MENA 3: Weigh-In Highlights
The Bantamweight division is buzzing, as Moktar Benkaci vs Nawras Abzakh promises fireworks. In the Featherweights, fans are keeping a close eye on Yanis Ghemmouri vs Assem Ghanem, a fight expected to showcase striking precision and relentless pace. Another anticipated clash is Hussein Salem vs Izzeddine Al Derbani, a test of grit and composure under the bright lights.
Key Lightweight and Welterweight Clashes
The Lightweight bracket is stacked, with matchups like Islam Reda vs Taha Bendaoud and Salah Eddine Hamli vs Souhil Tahiri delivering the promise of technical depth and knockout potential. Welterweights are also ready to battle for a shot at the finals, featuring dangerous fighters who bring a mix of wrestling dominance and heavy striking.
Spotlight on Mohammad Alaqraa
All eyes are also on Mohammad Alaqraa, one of the region’s breakout stars. His fight against Ayman Galal has fans buzzing, as Alaqraa looks to secure his place in the finals after falling short last year. His journey is closely tied to the rapid growth of PFL in the Middle East, making him a symbol of the promotion’s global push.
Other Fights to Watch
The Bantamweight slate also features Mohammad Fahmi vs Mohsen Mohammadseifi and Abdullah Saleem vs Ahmed Elsisi. Meanwhile, Amir Fazli vs Badreddine Diani and Xavier Alaoui vs Islam Youssef round out a card loaded with international flavor and title implications. Each bout adds another layer of intrigue to an already historic night for PFL MENA 3.
With semifinals across four divisions, PFL continues to expand its footprint in the MMA world. The Riyadh crowd will witness fighters put everything on the line for a chance at regional glory and a shot at the global PFL platform. The weigh-ins are just the start—the real battles are coming next.
