Sun Oct 05 03:50:00 UTC 2025: ## PFL Dubai: Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes Rematch Headlines Action-Packed Card

**Dubai, UAE -** The Professional Fighters League (PFL) delivered a night of thrilling action from the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai today (Oct. 3, 2025), headlined by a Lightweight title fight rematch and a Light Heavyweight championship showdown.

**Usman Nurmagomedov** retained his Lightweight title with a unanimous decision victory over **Paul Hughes**, solidifying his position as champion after a hard-fought battle. The co-main event saw **Corey Anderson** avenge his 2024 loss to **Dovlet Yagshimuradov**, claiming the Light Heavyweight belt via unanimous decision.

The card was packed with exciting bouts, including **Sergio Pettis**’ impressive second-round knockout of Magomed Magomedov with a spinning elbow, a clear highlight of the night. Other notable results include:

* **Archie Colgan** defeated Jay-Jay Wilson via unanimous decision (155 lbs.)
* **Jack Cartwright** defeated Caolan Loughran via unanimous decision (135 lbs.)
* **Pouya Rahmani** defeated Slim Trabelsi via first-round knockout (265 lbs.)
* **Florim Zendeli** defeated Omar El Dafrawy via unanimous decision (170 lbs.)
* **Mirafzal Akhtamov** defeated Luann Sardinha via split-decision (155 lbs.)
* **Takeshi Izumi** defeated Vinicius Cenci via unanimous decision (155 lbs.)
* **Makkasharip Zaynukov** defeated John Mitchell (155 lbs.)
* **Jarrah Al-Selawi** defeated Gregory Babene via split decision (185 lbs.)

Fight fans were able to follow the action starting at 11:30 a.m. ET on ESPN+, DAZN, and the PFL APP. The event provided a memorable night for MMA enthusiasts around the globe.

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