emirates7 - Three fighters from the Kingdom step into the spotlight in Jeddah, with PFL MENA Season 2 launching live and exclusively on STARZPLAY.
STARZPLAY, a leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, will exclusively stream the launch of PFL MENA Season 2, live from the Onyx Arena in Jeddah on Friday, May 9. Taking place as part of Jeddah Season, the event highlights local talent and marks an important moment for the region’s growing MMA scene.
The opening night will feature a powerful showing from Saudi Arabia, as three fighters from the Kingdom take to the SmartCage in front of a home crowd. Malik Basahel, makes his professional debut in a Flyweight Showcase bout against Mountasser Boutouta.
With a solid amateur background, Basahel will be looking to make a strong start to his professional journey.
Joining him on the card is Abdulaziz bin Moammar, a promising amateur with a 10-3 record, who faces Fares Hamdani in a Catchweight contest. The bout will be his biggest test to date as he continues building toward a professional career.
Also returning to the cage is Ahmed Makki, a long-time figure in Saudi MMA, competing for the first time since 2018. Makki turned pro in 2014 and holds a 1-3-1 professional record, with past appearances under Desert Force, Phoenix FC, and Brave CF. The Jeddah event will mark his final bout, bringing his career full circle in front of a home crowd.
Following a strong inaugural season in 2024, PFL MENA Season 2 continues to provide a platform for regional athletes to gain recognition and compete at a higher level. The event also reflects the growing integration of MMA into the region’s broader cultural and entertainment landscape.
STARZPLAY, a leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, will exclusively stream the launch of PFL MENA Season 2, live from the Onyx Arena in Jeddah on Friday, May 9. Taking place as part of Jeddah Season, the event highlights local talent and marks an important moment for the region’s growing MMA scene.
The opening night will feature a powerful showing from Saudi Arabia, as three fighters from the Kingdom take to the SmartCage in front of a home crowd. Malik Basahel, makes his professional debut in a Flyweight Showcase bout against Mountasser Boutouta.
With a solid amateur background, Basahel will be looking to make a strong start to his professional journey.
Joining him on the card is Abdulaziz bin Moammar, a promising amateur with a 10-3 record, who faces Fares Hamdani in a Catchweight contest. The bout will be his biggest test to date as he continues building toward a professional career.
Also returning to the cage is Ahmed Makki, a long-time figure in Saudi MMA, competing for the first time since 2018. Makki turned pro in 2014 and holds a 1-3-1 professional record, with past appearances under Desert Force, Phoenix FC, and Brave CF. The Jeddah event will mark his final bout, bringing his career full circle in front of a home crowd.
Following a strong inaugural season in 2024, PFL MENA Season 2 continues to provide a platform for regional athletes to gain recognition and compete at a higher level. The event also reflects the growing integration of MMA into the region’s broader cultural and entertainment landscape.