The Professional Fighters League (PFL) will return for its third blockbuster event in Dubai on Saturday, 7 February 2026, as PFL: Road to Dubai takes over Coca-Cola Arena for a live showcase of MMA action.
HEADLINE BOUT
The card will be headlined by reigning PFL Lightweight World Champion Usman Nurmagomedov (20-0-0, 1 NC), who is set to make his first title defence against the 2025 PFL Lightweight World Tournament Champion Alfie “The Axe Man” Davis (20-5-1), with more fights due to be announced in the coming days.
TICKETS AND PRE-SALE ACCESS
Tickets will go on sale at 12:00pm GST on Monday, 24 November through Coca-Cola Arena’s official ticketing platform, while exclusive pre-sale registration is now open. Fans can register until 12:00pm GST on Friday, 21 November for the pre-sale and will be granted early access for 72 hours, before general sale opens to the public at 12:00pm GST on Monday, 24 November through Coca-Cola Arena’s official ticketing channels.
OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
NEW YORK (November 20, 2025) – PFL today announced the third installment of the PFL: Road to Dubai series, confirming a spectacle of MMA action set to take place at Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai live on Saturday, 7 February 2026.
DUBAI PARTNERSHIP CONTEXT
This highly anticipated card is the latest event delivered under a cooperation agreement between the Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), and the Professional Fighters League (PFL), further underlining Dubai’s reputation as a host destination for world-class sporting events and a hub for MMA.
NURMAGOMEDOV’S MOMENTUM
Nurmagomedov comes in off back-to-back wins in historic battles against Ireland’s Paul Hughes, showcasing elite MMA across ten rounds and reinforcing why his deadly blend of striking and wrestling keeps him at the top of the division. Undefeated in the sport and training under the leadership of his cousin, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Usman is confident he will show Alfie Davis levels to the sport in his third headliner in Dubai.
DAVIS’ 2025 TOURNAMENT RUN
Undeterred by the underdog label, England’s Davis soared through the 2025 PFL Lightweight World Tournament, beating the betting favourite in all three of his bouts to earn the title and the $500,000 cash prize. In the final, Alfie defeated Usman’s teammate Gadzhi Rabadanov and put the camp on notice that he is not to be underestimated. His fluid and dangerous style of Karate makes him an unpredictable fighter with strikes that can come from all angles, ranging from spinning elbow KOs which defeated Clay Collard in his opening tournament bout to spectacular axe kick finishes that earned him his nickname.
PFL CEO STATEMENT
“PFL: Road to Dubai is set to be a spectacular event, and we can’t wait for what’s to come at the Coca-Cola Arena on 7 February,” said PFL CEO John Martin. “Usman Nurmagomedov is an undefeated and dominant superstar who will mark his third appearance as the headliner in Dubai, but this time a fresh challenge awaits him in the opposite corner. Alfie Davis continually defies the odds, and will look to do it once more on the biggest stage. Get your tickets now, we will make this the biggest card in Dubai to date.”
DUBAI SPORTS COUNCIL STATEMENT
Backed by the Dubai Sports Council (DSC), the event was highlighted as one of the elite competitions to be staged in Dubai. “It is of great significance that we get to stage such high-profile athletes in Dubai. Not only does it get Dubai the attention of being among the top sports destinations, but also gives us the belief that we can aspire for much greater heights,” said Eisa Sharif, Director of Events Department at Dubai Sports Council. “Events like these help us maintain a connection with the people and the communities we live in. At the same time, they assist us in furthering the cause of sport and the crucial role sports plays in our lives,” he added.
UPDATED PFL: ROAD TO DUBAI MAIN CARD AND BROADCAST
The updated PFL: Road To Dubai main card will take place at Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, UAE, on Saturday, February 7, and will be available on ESPN App (U.S.) and Starzplay (MENA). The PFL Lightweight World Title main event features Usman Nurmagomedov (20-0-0, 1 NC) vs. Alfie Davis (20-5-1).
ABOUT PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE
Professional Fighters League (PFL) is a global powerhouse in MMA and is the fastest-growing sports league worldwide. PFL hosts premium MMA events across the U.S., Europe, MENA, and Africa, with planned expansion in Asia, Australia, and Latin America. The PFL fighter roster is world-class with 30% top-25 world-ranked in their weight class by independent third-parties.
PFL is broadcast and streamed live to 170 countries with 26 leading media partners. PFL is backed by major blue-chip investors including SURJ, Ares, 885 Capital, Knighthead, Luxor Capital, Waverley Capital, Elysian Park Ventures, and numerous NBA, MLB, NHL, and MLS team owners. MMA is the growth and global sport business of this decade, with 700 million fans worldwide, the youngest audience demographic, and true global revenue streams.
ABOUT DUBAI DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMY AND TOURISM (DET)
With the ultimate vision of making Dubai the world’s leading commercial centre, investment hub and tourism destination, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) is mandated to support the Government in positioning the emirate as a major hub for global economy and tourism, and in boosting the city’s economic and tourism competitiveness indicators, in line with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, which aims to double the size of the emirate’s economy and consolidate its position among the top three global cities over the next decade.
Under this remit, DET is driving efforts to further enhance Dubai’s diversified, innovative service-based economy to attract top global talent, deliver a world-class business environment and accelerate productivity growth. Additionally, DET is supporting Dubai’s vision to become the world’s best city to visit, live and work in by promoting its diverse destination proposition, unique lifestyle and outstanding quality of life, overall. DET is the principal authority for planning, supervising, developing and marketing Dubai’s business and tourism sectors, and is also responsible for licensing and classifying all types of businesses, including hotels, tour operators and travel agents.
DET’s portfolio includes Dubai Economic Development Corporation (DEDC), Dubai Business Registration and Licensing Corporation (DBLC), Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT), Dubai SME, Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) and Dubai College of Tourism (DCT).
ABOUT DUBAI SPORTS COUNCIL
Founded on November 30, 2005, following a decree by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Sports Council is the official body responsible for the development of the sports sector in the Emirate. Today, under the guidance of its Chairman, His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the DSC organises and supports more than 400 events annually, not just top-notch sporting extravaganzas, but also awards and conferences that promote excellence, creativity and innovation in the world of sports.
The Council supervises the work of Dubai’s seven local sports clubs and takes active interest in encouraging the practice of physical activity in society, especially among women and children, through programs and activities designed to create awareness about the importance of sport and physical activity, and to make it a way of life for the community. The DSC’s mandate is not just to promote sport, create awareness and nurture talent, but to also support creativity and reward excellence, among both individuals and organisations, and help Dubai become a land of health, happiness and vitality.
It has organised many international conferences and symposiums since 2006, including the annual Dubai International Sports Conference, to enhance the knowledge and culture of professionalism, and has brought some of the biggest names from the world of sports to share their vision and thoughts. The Council also seeks to develop the sports industry in the UAE and the world through initiatives like the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award, and it organises many major international sports championships in cooperation with multiple sports bodies.
ABOUT COCA-COLA ARENA
Opened in June 2019, Coca-Cola Arena has revolutionized the live entertainment industry in the UAE and throughout the Middle East. With a 17,000-seat capacity and unique automated seating design, the arena is equipped to host a diverse range of events all year round, establishing Dubai as a major destination on the global events circuit. The award-winning arena is the premier venue for sporting tournaments, international concerts, comedy shows, live theatre, corporate gatherings, exhibitions and conferences, gala dinners and the official home of Dubai Basketball, the city’s first professional sports franchise team competing in European league competitions.
Located in the heart of City Walk, Coca-Cola Arena is just 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport and a 5-minute walk from the nearest Metro station. The Dubai landmark is an asset of the Dubai Holding Entertainment portfolio and is managed by Legends Global, the world’s leading venue management company. Follow Coca-Cola Arena on Instagram: @CocaColaArena, Facebook: Coca-Cola Arena, and LinkedIn: Coca-Cola Arena.
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