"The high-profile 135lb match-up takes place at PFL Brussels at the ING Arena in Brussels, Belgium on May 23, 2026. It marks the first time the promotions have collaborated."
"Inoue, who has also fought in the UFC, had won four straight and defended his RIZIN bantamweight belt twice before running into Danny Sabatello in his last outing."
"Brazil's Alves, who previously fought for Bellator, was something of a dark horse in the PFL's 2025 bantamweight world tournament, going 3-0 to win the grand prix format."
RIZIN Fighting Federation and the Professional Fighters League are collaborating for a crossover fight between Naoki Inoue and Marcirley Alves. This match will occur at PFL Brussels on May 23, 2026. Inoue, a former RIZIN bantamweight champion, lost his title after a split decision against Danny Sabatello. Alves, a PFL World Tournament winner, previously fought for Bellator and won the 2025 bantamweight tournament. PFL Brussels will also feature unbeaten Patrick Habirora and Benson Henderson in the main event.
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