PFL Africa returns in August with explosive fights at Carnival City's Big Top Arena
Following its debut in Cape Town, the Professional Fighters League will host its second PFL Africa event on August 9 at Carnival City's Big Top Arena.
Fans can witness Africa's top MMA talent clash in the welterweight and featherweight divisions as the inaugural tournament continues toward crowning the first-ever PFL Africa Champions.
Headlining the evening is a featherweight first round bout featuring Nigeria's Patrick Ocheme (6-1) against Guinea's Mohamed Camara (5-2-1) in a high-stakes matchup between two of the best West Africans in the world.
In the co-main event, Angola's Shido Boris Esperanca (9-1), who was victorious in his PFL debut, returns to action against Gambia's Ibrahima Mané (14-5) in a welterweight first round bout.
Additional matchups will be announced soon.
In total, 32 fighters representing 15 African nations will compete across the four PFL Africa divisions in 2025, as the league embarks on a continent wide journey to crown the first PFL Africa Champions.
Tickets for PFL Africa Johannesburg are already on sale, and fight fans are encouraged to secure seats early for what promises to be an electric night in the SmartCage. Tickets can be purchased via TicketPro.
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