BRUSSELS, Belgium — Professional Fighters League has officially unveiled the full lineup for its upcoming European showcase, with PFL Brussels set for May 23 at ING Arena.
The card is headlined by a compelling clash between a rising undefeated prospect and a former world champion, highlighting a night loaded with international talent.
Patrick Habirora Faces Benson Henderson in Main Event
Belgium’s own Patrick Habirora (8-0) will headline in front of a home crowd as he takes on MMA legend Benson Henderson (30-12).
Habirora enters undefeated and ranked No. 9, looking to replicate his highlight-reel knockout from last year’s Brussels event.
Meanwhile, former champion Henderson brings elite experience and looks to derail the rising prospect by adding another notable win to his résumé.
Taylor Lapilus vs Jake Hadley Set for Co-Main Event
In the co-main event, Taylor Lapilus (24-4) puts his five-fight win streak on the line against Jake Hadley (12-5).
Lapilus is coming off an impressive knockout win and continues to build momentum, while Hadley—known for his rare submission arsenal—aims to pull off another statement victory.
Khamzat Abaev Returns in Key Welterweight Bout
Also featured on the card, Khamzat Abaev (5-1) looks to bounce back from his first career loss.
The Belgian finisher will face Luca Poclit (10-2), a well-rounded fighter eager to restart his winning ways after seeing a 10-fight streak snapped.
Full PFL Brussels Main Card
Main Event – Welterweight
- Patrick Habirora vs. Benson Henderson
Co-Main Event – Bantamweight
- Taylor Lapilus vs. Jake Hadley
Middleweight
- Boris Atangana vs. Jared Gooden
Bantamweight
- Marcirley Alves vs. Naoki Inoue
Featherweight
- Asaël Adjoudj vs. Keisuke Sasu
Preliminary Card Highlights
- Joe Schilling returns against Donegi Abena
- Amin Ayoub faces Tim Wilde
- Movsar Ibragimov takes on Youssouf Binate
- Adam Meskini meets Keweny Lopes
How to Watch PFL Brussels
- Date: Saturday, May 23
- Location: ING Arena
- Prelims: 1:00 PM ET (ESPN App)
- Main Card: 4:00 PM ET (ESPN App)
Rising Stars vs Proven Veterans
PFL Brussels blends emerging European prospects with battle-tested veterans, creating compelling matchups across every division.
With a hometown headliner in Habirora and a legend like Henderson stepping back into the spotlight, the event is shaping up as one of the most intriguing PFL cards of the year.
Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Executive Writer, and Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a passion for Combat Sports and is also a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s also a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer. He’s also the main photographer for the 4CornersMafia Car Club.
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