The Professional Fighters League has officially unveiled the opening fight card for PFL Africa Season 2, which will kick off April 10, 2026 at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria.
The event marks the official launch of the promotion’s second African season and continues PFL’s effort to showcase the continent’s rising MMA stars on the global stage.
Fans across the world will be able to watch the event through multiple broadcast partners, including SuperSport for English-language coverage, Canal+ for French audiences, and the PFL App for viewers in the United States.
Nkosi Ndebele vs Michele Clemente Headlines Bantamweight Showcase
In the night’s main event, Nkosi Ndebele will face Italy’s Michele Clemente in a bantamweight showcase bout that opens the new season with major stakes.
Ndebele enters the contest as the 2025 PFL Africa Bantamweight Champion and will compete in front of a passionate hometown crowd in Pretoria. The South African standout is looking to extend his undefeated record inside the PFL cage after capturing the championship during last year’s finals.
Clemente, meanwhile, arrives with serious momentum. The Italian contender is riding a five-fight winning streak, showcasing a balanced style that blends sharp striking with effective grappling.
The matchup sets the tone for the new season by pairing a proven champion with a surging international challenger, a clash that could shape the bantamweight landscape as PFL Africa Season 2 gets underway.
PFL Continues Expanding MMA Across Africa
The launch of PFL Africa Season 2 represents another step in the organization’s global expansion strategy.
The Professional Fighters League has invested heavily in regional leagues designed to spotlight emerging talent and create new pathways for fighters to reach the international stage.
With events now spanning multiple continents, PFL Africa has quickly become one of the most important platforms for African mixed martial artists seeking global recognition.
The April 10 event in Pretoria is expected to highlight some of the continent’s most promising athletes while continuing to build momentum for MMA across Africa.
Location: SunBet Arena – Pretoria
Main Card
- Bantamweight Showcase: Nkosi Ndebele (11-3) vs Michele Clemente (7-1)
- Heavyweight Showcase: Justin Clarke (4-1) vs Abdoulaye Kane (5-1)
- Welterweight Tournament: Yabna N’Tchala (14-2, 1 NC) vs Peace Nguphane (8-3)
- Welterweight Tournament: Shido Boris Esperança (11-2) vs Emilios Dassi (5-2)
- Welterweight Tournament: Eliezer Kubanza (8-1) vs Kunle Lawal (3-1)
- Women’s Strawweight Showcase: Juliet Ukah (8-0) vs Jane Osigwe (5-3)
Additional Bouts
- Welterweight Tournament: Abdelrahman Mohammad (5-0) vs David Samuel (4-0)
- Lightweight Showcase: Abdoul Razac Sankara (7-5) vs Áureo Cruz (3-0)
- Featherweight Showcase: Jean-Jacques Lubaya (9-2) vs Shadrack Dju Yemba (5-1)
- Bantamweight Showcase: Shannon van Tonder (7-3) vs Asiashu Tshitamba (6-5)
- Women’s Strawweight Showcase: Felista-Mutheu Mugo (5-2-1) vs Annet Kiiza (3-1)
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