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Two African coaches shine at PFL Champions Series in Dubai

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October 7, 2025
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Two African coaches shine at PFL Champions Series in Dubai

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By Sarngon Mouelle, Guest Writer reporting from Dubai, UAE

The PFL Road to Dubai delivered one of the most electric nights in Mixed Marshal Arts (MMA) history at the Coca-Cola Arena, with explosive fights, star power, and a stunning debut that left fans speechless.

The event featured two massive title bouts: Corey Anderson (20-6-0) vs Dovlet Yagshimuradov (25-8-1) for the Light Heavyweight World Title. There was also Usman Nurmagomedov (20-0-0) vs Paul Hughes (14-3-0) for the Lightweight belt — a rematch that sent the crowd into ecstasy.

MMA royalty like Francis Ngannou and Islam Makhachev were in attendance, with Makhachev cornering Nurmagomedov. It was a night that solidified Dubai’s reputation as a global fight capital.

But beyond the main events, one performance — and one corner team — stole the spotlight.

 The emergence of Pouya Rahmani

Iran’s Pouya Rahmani (5-0-0), Olympic athlete and reigning 2025 World Grappling Champion, made a statement in his PFL debut, dismantling Tunisia’s Slim Trabelsi (8-1-0) with a brutal first-round TKO. It wasn’t just a victory — it was a warning to the rest of the heavyweight division.

Rahmani’s relentless pressure and sharp striking earned him the Performance of the Night and a $10,000 bonus, cementing his name among the PFL’s most promising prospects. But his success was no accident — behind the fighter stood two brilliant minds from Africa who shaped his preparation.

The African corner behind the beast

Rahmani’s corner featured two standout African coaches: Anas Siraj Mounir – Moroccan head coach, the tactical genius behind the strategy and Kouam Claude – Cameroonian boxing coach, responsible for sharpening Rahmani’s striking game.

Together, they redefined the Olympic wrestler’s approach, turning him into a confident striker ready to dominate in any range.

Speaking exclusively to MMA Bantou, Kouam Claude shared insights from their two-month camp:

“Pouya approached me when he received the PFL offer — he wanted to upgrade his boxing,” Claude explained.

“He was a fast learner. As a wrestler, we expected a ground finish, but Pouya wanted to prove he could strike. His cage cutting and head movement were top-notch.”

The result? A performance that showed evolution, precision, and pure power.

African excellence on the global stage

For Mounir and Claude, this victory represents more than just another triumph for African coaching, proving that the continent doesn’t just produce fighters — it produces world-class tacticians shaping the future of MMA.

Their work with Rahmani is a testament to what’s possible when African expertise meets opportunity. And the Cameroonian-Moroccan alliance in his corner symbolizes a new era for African combat sports.

Rahmani’s discipline, athletic pedigree, and international fan base make him one to watch. But with these two African minds guiding him, his ceiling looks limitless.

If his PFL debut was the opening act, the next chapters could redefine the landscape of global MMA.

One thing is certain: Pouya Rahmani isn’t just here to compete — he’s here for the belt.

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