Tournament Winners Advance in Finish-Heavy 2025 PFL MENA 1 Card
Briefly

Mohsen Mohammadseifi defended his PFL MENA lightweight championship after a tough three-round bout against Ahmed El Sisy, winning decisively despite El Sisy's determination. Mohammadseifi, who boasted an impressive seven-fight winning streak entering the tournament, wanted a knockout but showcased his striking prowess instead. Meanwhile, Salah Eddine Hamli achieved a notable finish against Abbas Khan with a rear-naked choke in a competitive fight, while Taha Bendaoud dominated Drissi Boualem, winning by submission in the first round. Malik Basahel also made headlines with a strong debut, securing a victory in his first professional fight.
After three hellacious rounds, the 'Golden Boy' had his hands raised over Egypt's Ahmed El Sisy in the 2025 PFL MENA 1 main event from the Onyx Arena.
Mohsen Mohammadseifi (8-2) entered the tournament riding the high of a seven-fight win streak and hoped to put fear into the rest of the field with a knockout.
Despite Khan's defense, Hamli didn't grow frustrated and just kept at Khan's next round after round before finally sinking in an RNC in the fight's closing minutes.
In a battle of unbeaten featherweights, Taha Bendaoud proved to be an apex predator, systematically breaking down Drissi Boualem before submitting him in the first round.
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