Gadzhi Rabadanov comes from the prestigious Team Nurmagomedov, which has featured five men who have gone on to become world champions – one of them being Rabadanov himself. Last year, Rabadanov, who has finishes in 14 of his 25 victories, ran through the PFL Lightweight Global Season, defeating former Bellator World Champion Brent Primus in the Championship. Now, he’s one step away from fighting for a second straight PFL Title after quickly finishing Marc Diakiese in April.

 

A veteran of the sport, Kevin Lee gets the opportunity to compete in tonight’s Semifinals following an injury withdrawal from Jay-Jay Wilson. Lee has made his name around the world, holding victories over names like Edson Barboza and Diego Sanchez. After 14 months away from action, Lee made his return to MMA this past September, scoring a first-round submission of Thiago Oliveira.

 

Who will go on to face Alfie Davis in the PFL World Tournament Lightweight Finals?

 

 

Round 1

 

Lee with a couple of jabs. One-two from Rabadanov, including a left to the body and right over the top. Lee with a jab, but he misses a kick. Jab from Rabadanov drops Lee! Lee tries to scramble and gets back to his feet. Rabadanov with another left hand, and Lee is still off balance. Rabadanov with a left hook. Uppercut by Rabadanov. Right hand drops Lee again! Lee is in trouble! Lee is back up. Left hand from Rabadanov. Strong right hand lands for Rabadanov.

 

Rabadanov with a combination. Strong one-two from Rabadanov. Lee stumbles again. Rabadanov with another strike, and Lee faceplants! The fight is stopped!

 

 

Gadzhi Rabadanov makes it look easy!

 

 

OFFICIAL RESULT

 

Gadzhi Rabadanov defeats Kevin Lee by 1st round TKO (2:37), advancing to the Final in the Lightweight Bracket. He’ll face Alfie Davis for the 2025 PFL World Tournament Lightweight Title.