Battle of the Giants: Heavyweight Showdown in Riyadh
This Saturday, the world of mixed martial arts will witness a clash of titans as Francis Ngannou takes on Renan Ferreira in the main event of PFL Super Fights: Battle of the Giants in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
A New Chapter for Ngannou
After a stint as UFC heavyweight champion, Ngannou left the promotion in 2021 to pursue a career in professional boxing. He signed with the PFL in May 2023 but remained focused on boxing, facing off against lineal heavyweight champion Tyson Fury in October of that year. Although he lost by split decision, Ngannou’s performance earned him recognition as a formidable opponent in the boxing ring.
Ferreira’s Rise to Prominence
Meanwhile, Ferreira has been making waves in the PFL, winning the 2023 heavyweight season with a second-round TKO of Denis Goltsov. He followed up this victory with a stunning 21-second knockout of Bellator champion Ryan Bader in February, cementing his position as a top contender in the heavyweight division.
Expert Analysis and Fighter Insights
As the stage is set for this highly anticipated showdown, experts and fighters alike are weighing in on the matchup. Can Ngannou’s boxing experience give him an edge in the octagon, or will Ferreira’s momentum carry him to victory?
The Fight Card
In addition to the main event, the PFL Super Fights: Battle of the Giants card features a women’s featherweight superfight championship between Cris Cyborg and Larissa Pacheco, as well as a Bellator middleweight title bout between Johnny Eblen and Fabian Edwards.
How to Watch
Catch all the action live on ESPN+ pay-per-view at 4 p.m. ET, with prelims starting at 1:30 p.m. ET. Don’t miss out on the excitement as these giants of the MMA world face off in the octagon!
PFL Essentials
- Main Event: Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira
- Women’s Featherweight Superfight Championship: Cris Cyborg vs. Larissa Pacheco
- Bellator Middleweight Championship: Johnny Eblen (c) vs. Fabian Edwards
- Prelims: 1:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+
- Main Card: 4 p.m. ET on ESPN+ pay-per-view
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