The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to host a major event in Casablanca, Morocco, on Saturday, October 10, as part of its PFL Africa series. The event will feature twelve professional fights, including the semifinals of the -70kg and -77kg weight classes. The main event will be a three-round match between Senegalese fighter Abdoulaye Kane, who has a record of 5 wins and 2 losses, and French heavyweight Badr Medkouri. The co-main event will see Taha Bendaoud, also with a 5–2 record, face former UFC fighter Yanis Ghemmouri, who has 13 wins and 4 losses. The main matches of the evening will be broadcast on RMC Sport.
The main card is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM and will include the following fights:
- Abdoulaye Kane vs. Badr Medkouri
- Taha Bendaoud vs. Yanis Ghemmouri
- Karim Henniene vs. Raphael Uchegbu
- Patrick Ocheme vs. Cornel Thompson
- Peace Nguphane vs. Shido Boris Esperança
A preliminary card will start at 7:00 PM, featuring eight additional bouts. These matches will include fights such as Hussain Al Kurdi vs. Demba Seck, Dwight Joseph vs. Boule Godogo, and others, giving fans a full evening of combat sports.
The event marks the PFL's continued expansion into Africa, where the organization has been holding regular tournaments to promote combat sports across the continent. Fighters from various countries will compete, showcasing the growing popularity of mixed martial arts in the region.
The PFL Africa series aims to bring high-level combat sports to new audiences and provide a platform for fighters from different backgrounds. With this event in Morocco, the league continues to build its presence in North Africa, offering local and international fighters the opportunity to compete on a global stage.
Professional Fighters League Event Set for Casablanca, Morocco on October 10
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- 🇫🇷Boxe Mag



