Saudi Arabia Sets Stage For PFL 'Battle Of The Giants' With Ferreira Vs Ngannou

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is set to host the highly anticipated mixed martial arts event, Battle of the Giants. This event will feature Brazilian champion Renan Ferreira and Cameroonian rival Francis Ngannou competing for the Professional Fighters League (PFL) heavyweight championship title. The match is scheduled for October 19 at Mayadeen Hall in Riyadh.

Francis Ngannou expressed his excitement about returning to Saudi Arabia. "I am happy to return to Saudi Arabia and be in Riyadh, which has a special place in my heart. The Saudi public welcomed me enthusiastically last time, so I am looking forward to performing in front of them and winning this great fight," Ngannou said during a news conference in Washington, D.C.

Renan Ferreira, the current PFL heavyweight champion, shared his enthusiasm about participating in the event. "I am very excited to be in the Kingdom for the first time, and I want to be part of the development of this sport there, by participating in this match in which I will definitely give all my best to achieve a historic victory that adds to my previous successes," Ferreira stated.

The event will also feature an exciting women's match between MMA legend Cris Cyborg and champion Larissa Pacheco. This bout is expected to be another highlight of the evening, showcasing top-tier talent and intense competition.

The Battle of the Giants will be held under the supervision of the Saudi Ministry of Sports. The event is organized by the Saudi Mixed Martial Arts Federation in collaboration with the World Martial Arts Association.

Fans eager to witness these thrilling matches can secure their tickets through the following link: https://webook.com/en/events/battle-of-the-giants-198238.

This event marks a significant moment for mixed martial arts in Saudi Arabia, bringing together some of the sport's most prominent figures for an unforgettable night of competition.

With inputs from SPA