The Professional Fighters League (PFL) held its Africa event in Pretoria, South Africa, at the SunBet Arena on April 10, 2026. The card featured a mix of local talent and international contenders, with several exciting finishes and hard-fought decisions.
PFL Africa Pretoria Fight Results:
- Nkosi Ndebele defeated Michele Clemente by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
- Justin Clarke defeated Abdoulaye Kane by knockout (right hand) in Round 1 at 2:12.
- Peace Nguphane defeated Yabna N’Tchala by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).
- Shido Boris Esperança defeated Emilios Dassi by TKO (ground and pound) in Round 1 at 3:17.
- Rivaldo Pereira defeated Kunle Lawal by TKO (ground and pound) in Round 1 at 2:09.
- Juliet Ukah defeated Jane Osigwe by split decision (30-27, 27-30, 29-28).
- David Samuel defeated Abdelrahman Mohammad by submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:03 of Round 1.
- Abdoul Razac Sankara vs. Áureo Cruz ended in a No Contest at 0:18 of Round 2 due to an accidental foul (eyepoke).
- Shadrack Dju Yemba defeated Jean-Jacques Lubaya by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).
- Asiashu Tshitamba defeated Shannon van Tonder by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
- Felista-Mutheu Mugo defeated Annet Kiiza by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-26).
Key Moments and Matchups:
The bantamweight main event saw South Africa’s Nkosi Ndebele face off against Italy’s Michele Clemente. Ndebele, a popular local fighter, secured a decisive unanimous decision victory, looking to further establish his presence in the PFL Africa roster. In the heavyweight co-main event, Justin Clarke delivered a spectacular performance, knocking out Abdoulaye Kane with a powerful right hand in the first round. This win was particularly impressive as Clarke was a late replacement, stepping in less than 24 hours before the bout.
The card also featured the launch of the Welterweight Tournament, showcasing a blend of undefeated prospects and seasoned fighters vying for a significant spot in the PFL Africa season. Several other regional showcase bouts provided thrilling action, including striking finishes from Shido Boris Esperança and Rivaldo Pereira, and a submission win for David Samuel.
One bout, Abdoul Razac Sankara vs. Áureo Cruz, was unfortunately ruled a No Contest early in the second round due to an accidental eye poke. Despite this, the event highlighted the growing talent pool in African MMA.
PFL Africa Pretoria Results and Highlights
The PFL Africa event in Pretoria on April 10, 2026, delivered an action-packed night of fights at the SunBet Arena. Local favorite Nkosi Ndebele headlined the card against Italy’s Michele Clemente, ultimately winning by unanimous decision. In a thrilling co-main event, Justin Clarke secured a first-round knockout victory over Abdoulaye Kane. The night also featured several other exciting matchups, including TKO finishes, submission wins, and competitive decisions, marking a strong start to the PFL Africa season.
PFL Africa Pretoria Results and Highlights
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) Africa event took place in Pretoria, South Africa, on April 10, 2026. The results from the SunBet Arena featured a dominant performance by Nkosi Ndebele in the main event, who defeated Michele Clemente via unanimous decision. Other notable outcomes included a powerful first-round knockout from Justin Clarke against Abdoulaye Kane, and TKO victories for Shido Boris Esperança and Rivaldo Pereira. The event also saw a submission win, a No Contest due to an accidental foul, and several split and unanimous decisions across the card, showcasing the emerging talent in African MMA.
