In a thrilling afternoon of mixed martial arts at the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France, fans witnessed a captivating fight card at PFL Lyon featuring a series of high-stakes bouts.
The main event showcased a clash for the vacant PFL heavyweight title, pitting the undefeated Vadim Nemkov against Renan Ferreira. Nemkov, boasting an impressive record of 13-0 with one no-contest in his last 14 fights, entered the ring with a wealth of momentum. Ferreira, on the other hand, has proven his mettle by winning four of his last five fights, setting the stage for a gripping showdown.
In the co-main event, former champion Cris Cyborg faced off against rising star Sara Collins in a bid for the vacant PFL featherweight title. Cyborg, long recognized as one of the top competitors in women’s MMA, sought to reclaim her standing, while Collins aimed to make her mark in the league.
The evening also featured several undercard bouts that added to the excitement of the event. Patrick Habirora went head-to-head with Kevin Jousset, while Taylor Lapilus took on Liam Gittins in a clash that had fans on the edge of their seats. Dean Garnett faced Baris Adiguzel, and Boris Mbarga Atangana went up against Guilherme Soares in notable matchups.
Further adding to the night’s action, Connor Hughes squared off against Alex Chizov, and Gustavo Oliveira battled Movsar Ibragimov. The women’s division also had representation, with Paulina Wisniewska facing Sabrinna de Sousa, while Rayan Balbali competed against Levi Batchelor in another compelling contest.
Fans in attendance were treated to a high-octane atmosphere, filled with anticipation and electrifying performances from both established and emerging fighters in the PFL. The results from both the main event and co-main event will undoubtedly have implications for future title fights and rankings as the season progresses.
