Florim Zendeli Beats Omar El Dafrawy at PFL Europe
Zendeli’s Grit and Control Earn Unanimous Decision in Dubai
Florim Zendeli showcased poise, pressure, and precision at the PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai on October 3, 2025, defeating Omar El Dafrawy via unanimous decision in a tightly contested three-round battle. All three judges scored the bout 29-28, rewarding Zendeli’s consistent output and cage control in a fight that tested both men’s resolve.
According to PFLMMA.com, Zendeli leaned on his wrestling and clinch work to stifle El Dafrawy’s explosive striking. While El Dafrawy landed the cleaner shots in Round 1, Zendeli turned the tide in the second and third with relentless pressure and effective ground control.
“He’s dangerous, but I stayed focused and made it my fight,” Zendeli said post-fight.
El Dafrawy Starts Fast, But Zendeli Finishes Strong
Omar El Dafrawy opened the bout with speed and aggression, landing crisp combinations and threatening with knees in the clinch. But Zendeli’s durability and fight IQ allowed him to weather the storm and adjust his approach. By Round 2, Zendeli was dictating the pace, dragging El Dafrawy into grappling exchanges and grinding out control time.
The final round saw Zendeli dominate positionally, keeping El Dafrawy pinned against the cage and landing short strikes that sealed the decision.
Zendeli’s Rise in the PFL Middleweight Division
With this win, Florim Zendeli continues his climb through the PFL middleweight ranks. His ability to adapt mid-fight and impose his will against dynamic strikers makes him a compelling threat in the division.
El Dafrawy, meanwhile, remains a dangerous prospect with undeniable talent.
Sources
- PFLMMA.com – Official Results
- MMA Junkie – PFL Dubai Recap
- Real Combat Media – Full Card Coverage
- Yahoo Sports – PFL Champions Series Highlights
Sources
Tags: Wrestling, Combat Sports
