LIVE PFL Dubai Results: Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes

MMA Fighting has PFL Dubai results for the Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes fight card, a live blog of the main event, and more from Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on Saturday morning.

In the main event, Usman Nurmagomedov defends his lightweight title against Paul Hughes. Nurmagomedov has had a blazing 18-0 (1 NC) start to his pro career, while Hughes (13-1) has reeled off seven straight wins.

Vadim Nemkov squares off against Tim Johnson in a heavyweight contest in the co-main event.

Check out the PFL Dubai results below.

Full Card (MAX live now)

Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes (live blog)

Vadim Nemkov def. Tim Johnson via submission (rear-naked choke) — 3:08, R1

Akhmed Magomedov def. Nathan Kelly via submission (rear-naked choke) — 4:22, R2

Ibragim Ibragimov def. Kenny Mokhonoana via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

Renat Khavalov def. Cleiver Fernandes via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Ahmed Sami def. Tarek Suleiman via TKO (punches) — 5:00, R1

Mirafzal Akhtamov def. Mike Thompson via technical submission (arm-triangle choke) — 2:50, R2

Hadi Omar Al Hussaini def. Ruel Panales via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 30-27)

John Mitchell def. Souhil Tairi via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

Haider Khan def. Mostafa Nada via TKO (arm injury) — 3:18, R1

Talal Alqallaf def. Saeed Alhosani via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-27)