PFL 6 recently took center stage in Wichita, Kansas, delivering a night packed with crucial tournament action and setting the final matchups for several divisions en route to the 2025 championships. The headline bout featured a highly anticipated clash between Gadzhi Rabadanov and Kevin Lee, a contest that ended with decisive and dramatic flair.
The lightweight main event proved to be a stark demonstration of Rabadanov`s striking power. From the opening moments, Rabadanov pressed the action effectively, landing sharp, impactful shots. Reports indicate an early jab visibly rattled Lee, followed by a powerful right hand that left the American fighter significantly compromised. Lee appeared unable to fully regain his equilibrium or tactical composure as Rabadanov continued his calculated attack.
The conclusion came swiftly. After absorbing further punishment, Lee attempted what appeared to be a desperation takedown – perhaps an attempt to change the trajectory of the fight or simply escape the incoming barrage. Unfortunately for Lee, the maneuver resulted in him collapsing face-first onto the canvas, prompting referee Jason Herzog to immediately step in and wave off the bout. The official time of the technical knockout stoppage was just 2 minutes and 37 seconds into the very first round, a dominant performance from Rabadanov.
This emphatic victory propels Gadzhi Rabadanov directly into the PFL 2025 Lightweight tournament final. He will face Alfie Davis, who also secured his spot earlier in the night with a well-earned unanimous decision win over former Bellator champion Brent Primus.
The PFL 6 card also finalized other key championship brackets. In the co-main event, former Bellator Flyweight champion Liz Carmouche booked her ticket to the 125-pound final with a clear-cut unanimous decision victory over the previously undefeated Elora Dana. While Dana showed considerable toughness throughout the three rounds, Carmouche`s experience and technical proficiency ultimately proved too much to overcome.
Liz Carmouche is now set to meet Jena Bishop in the flyweight final. Bishop earned her championship opportunity with an impressive second-round submission win over Ekaterina Shakalova on the preliminary portion of the card. The Bantamweight tournament final is also locked in, featuring Marcirley Alves against Justin Wetzell, both fighters advancing with dominant unanimous decision performances in their respective semifinal matchups.
Beyond the main card, PFL 6 also featured competitive preliminary bouts, with several early finishes, particularly via submission, showcasing the depth of talent vying for future opportunities within the league. Overall, PFL 6 successfully narrowed the field, setting the stage for compelling championship bouts and high-stakes drama in the upcoming PFL 2025 tournament finals.
