The Professional Fighters League is making history in the Middle East, and all eyes are on
PFL MENA 3, set for September 27, 2025, in Riyadh. The semi-finals bring the best Arab and international talent together, as fighters battle for their chance to reach the finals in this brand-new chapter of the
PFL global expansion.
PFL MENA: A New Frontier in MMA
With the launch of PFL MENA earlier in 2025, the Professional Fighters League has taken another bold step to cement its reputation as the most international MMA promotion in the world. Following successful seasons in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, the Middle East series has already produced breakout stars and unforgettable finishes. Now, the semi-finals promise to raise the stakes even higher.
Key Bouts to Watch at PFL MENA 3
The bantamweight semi-final sees veteran
Moktar Benkaci collide with rising talent
Nawras Abzakh in a clash of styles: experience vs youthful hunger (
Benkaci vs Abzakh).
Featherweight action features
Yanis Ghemmouri against the dangerous
Assem Ghanem, with both men looking to prove themselves as the region’s best (
Ghemmouri vs Ghanem).
In the lightweight bracket,
Izzeddine Al Derbani takes on
Hussein Salem, a matchup that has sparked plenty of hype among local fans (
Al Derbani vs Salem).
The card also brings explosive young talent like
Islam Reda versus
Taha Bendaoud in a high-paced bantamweight fight (
Reda vs Bendaoud), and
Salah Eddine Hamli against
Souhil Tahiri, a bout guaranteed to showcase grit and determination (
Hamli vs Tahiri).
Why PFL MENA 3 Matters
This isn’t just another regional MMA card. PFL MENA 3 represents the growth of MMA in the Arab world, where fan interest has skyrocketed in recent years. Riyadh’s hosting of the semi-finals underscores the city’s role as a rising hub for global combat sports, following boxing mega-events and now high-profile MMA shows.
For the fighters, this is their chance to break into the global spotlight. Winners of the PFL MENA tournament don’t just earn a belt — they move closer to competing on the worldwide PFL stage, where million-dollar tournaments and cross-promotional opportunities with stars from the U.S. and Europe await.
Looking Ahead
The winners of PFL MENA 3 will book their tickets to the finals later this year, shaping the inaugural championship picture for this groundbreaking league. For fans, it’s another reminder that the future of MMA isn’t limited to Las Vegas or Tokyo — it’s being written in places like Riyadh, where passion for the sport is exploding.
As the
PFL continues its mission of building a truly global MMA platform, PFL MENA 3 stands as a historic event. Don’t miss this night where champions are born and the path to greatness in the Middle East is forged.
