McGregor's KO of Aldo sets precedent for Hughes' coolness at PFL Belfast event
Let's talk about Paul Hughes' upcoming fight at PFL Belfast this Saturday night, shall we? According to the man himself, ex-UFC fighter and Director of PFL Europe, Dan Hardy, Hughes can take a leaf out of Conor McGregor's book against Jose Aldo.
Hardycompares the two fights, pointing out the swift 13-second KO of Aldo by McGregor as an excellent example of a fighter being in control of the situation. It's something Hughes can use to keep his cool, especially during high-pressure moments against Brazil's Bruno Miranda.
Now, Hughes is living his childhood dream by headlining a fight card in his hometown, Belfast, Northern Ireland. He faces Miranda in his return to PFL, and after his impressive performance against PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov last year, Hughes' stock is higher than ever.
As for inspiration, Hardy thinks McGregor's match with Aldo is a perfect example of a rehearsed sequence, one that Hughes can adjust to his advantage against Miranda. But don't expect Hughes to go for a first-round finish; Hardy advises patience, as Miranda is most dangerous in that initial round. Hughes should focus on pressing forward, controlling the center, and making Miranda throw his best shot so Hughes can read his opponent and counter accordingly.
In other PFL news, Briton Haider Khan makes his second appearance for PFL, competing against Ireland's Sean McCormac. Additionally, Sammy-Jo Luxton, diagnosed with sepsis in 2024 after her father's passing, is set to make her highly-anticipated PFL debut against Scotland's Gemma Auld. Lastly, Connor Hughes faces Sebastien Di Franco high up the bill, with Decky McAleenan taking on Gino van Stennis in the undercard. Get ready for an unforgettable night!
- Paul Hughes, following advice from ex-UFC fighter and PFL Europe Director Dan Hardy, seeks to emulate Conor McGregor's control during his fight against Jose Aldo.
- The PFL Belfast fight card, headlined by Hughes, has a strong theme of local talent, with Hughes facing Brazil's Bruno Miranda in his return to PFL.
- Hughes' impressive performance against PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov last year has elevated his status within the PFL.
- Dan Hardy views the McGregor-Aldo match as a prime example of a rehearsed sequence that Hughes could adapt against Miranda.
- In contrast to McGregor's swift KO, Hardy advises Hughes not to rush and to remain patient, as Miranda is most dangerous during the first round.
- Briton Haider Khan and Ireland's Sean McCormac face off in a PFL event, while Sammy-Jo Luxton prepares for her PFL debut against Scotland's Gemma Auld.
- The safest surroundings for an exciting night of sports include the fights between Connor Hughes and Sebastien Di Franco, and Decky McAleenan versus Gino van Stennis.
