MMA & Boxing · Professional Fighters League · 2026

Date & time

28 Jun 2026, 01:00

Round

12

Venue

Pechanga Arena

Location

San Diego, CA, United States

The elite mixed martial arts spotlight descends upon Southern California as the Professional Fighters League makes its highly anticipated debut in America's Finest City with PFL San Diego: McKee vs. Isbulaev. Headlining a spectacular card at the Pechanga Arena is a high-stakes featherweight tournament eliminator that pits former world champion AJ McKee against the dangerous, undefeated prospect Salamat Isbulaev. The primary hurdle for the highly experienced McKee is neutralizing the raw momentum and explosive grappling of his unblemished opponent, who recently burst onto the promotional radar with a devastating first-round stoppage in Dubai. The objective for the California native is to utilize his superior length and diverse striking arsenal to keep the fight at a comfortable distance and deny the challenger's takedown attempts. Strategically, the goal of this marquee featherweight headliner is determining the immediate operational frontrunner for the seasonal championship bracket. The tactical focus for McKee centers on dynamic lateral movement and sharp counter-striking, forcing Isbulaev to take reckless risks to close the distance. Concurrently, the mission for Isbulaev is to leverage his spotless technical record and relentless forward pressure to force the veteran into a grinding, heavy-clinch battle against the fence. With a co-main event feature showcasing a flyweight showdown between Liz Carmouche and Viviane Araújo alongside a high-level lightweight clash between Alexandr Shabliy and Alfie Davis, this card provides a phenomenal platform where elite contenders must execute flawless game plans to survive.