Dubai: The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced an exciting championship double-header for its return to the UAE. Two PFL World Title bouts will headline the PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai - The Rematch on Friday, October 3, live from the Coca-Cola Arena.

According to Emirates News Agency, the event will feature the biggest rematch in PFL history as Dagestan's undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov (19-0, 1 NC) takes on Ireland's Paul Hughes (14-2) for the PFL Lightweight World Title in the main event. This highly anticipated bout is expected to draw significant attention from MMA fans around the globe.

In the co-main event, former Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion Corey Anderson (19-6) will compete against 2024 PFL Light Heavyweight Tournament Champion Dovlet Yagshimuradov (25-7-1) for the PFL Light Heavyweight World Title. This matchup promises to deliver intense action as both fighters vie for the prestigious title.

Additionally, three early card bouts have been confirmed, including a heavyweight clash between former Iranian National Team wrestler Pouya Rahmani (4-0) and former Tunisian Olympic wrestler Slim Trabelsi (8-0). Both fighters are eager to maintain their undefeated records, adding further excitement to the event.