Saudi Arabia’s pioneering mixed martial artist Hattan Alsaif has withdrawn from her highly anticipated professional debut at the PFL MENA 2025 Championships following an injury, marking an unexpected setback for the fighter who was scheduled to face Egypt’s Haidy Ahmed on December 5th in Khobar.u200b
Hattan Alsaif Withdraws from PFL Match
The PFL released an official statement acknowledging the withdrawal and expressing support for Alsaif’s recovery. The statement emphasized the dedication both athletes had committed to the matchup, recognizing the disappointment shared by fans who were anticipating the bout. Despite the withdrawal, the event will proceed as planned on December 5th at the Dhahran Expo in Al Khobar, featuring eight confirmed bouts across multiple weight divisions, with appearances from Saudi athletes Malik Basahel and Ahmed Albrahim.