Khabib Nurmagomedov praises Ireland for Palestine support after Hughes loss
“I invite you and your whole team and family to Dagestan.” Derry’s Paul Hughes suffered the second MMA defeat of his career in Dubai on Saturday. Usman Nurmagomedov’s Bellator Lightweight World Championship belt was on the line in what was the top-billed fight in the PFL Champions Series 1 event. Hughes was a big underdog […]
1 year ago
“There’s a new Irish superstar in town” – Young Derry fighter touted for UFC after big title win
“Cage Warriors? Completed it.” Derry MMA fighter Paul Hughes looks destined for the UFC after unifying the Cage Warriors Featherweight division in emphatic fashion. Hughes convincingly defeated Jordan Vucenic in their long awaited rematch, meaning that the 25-year-old has avenged the only defeat on his record. The Irishman won by clear unanimous decision and came […]
3 years ago
One of Ireland’s most promising prospects, Paul Hughes, suffers extremely unlucky injury setback
His debut in Belfast was sensational
8 years ago
WATCH: Northern Irish teen Paul Hughes absolutely demolishes opponent in pro debut
He’s only 19
9 years ago