Shamil Musaev Maps Out Bold Plan Ahead of PFL Dubai Title Fight

Undefeated contenders Shamil Musaev and Ramazan Kuramagomedov will meet for the inaugural PFL welterweight championship in Dubai, part of the promotion's revamped 2026 format. The co-main event of PFL Dubai: Nurmagomedov vs. Davis is scheduled Saturday at the Coca-Cola Arena in the United Arab Emirates. The PFL welterweight championship matchup of Shamil Musaev vs. Ramazan Kuramagomedov follows format changes introduced this year under CEO John Martin. Musaev, 21-0, returns after winning the PFL welterweight tournament in November 2024. Kuramagomedov, 13-0, last fought on June 22, 2024, claiming Bellator's welterweight crown over Jason Jackson. PFL Road to Dubai airs Feb. 7 at 12 p.m. ET.