At PFL Europe 2 in Brussels, Belgium, Patrick Habirora delivered a breathtaking knockout against Danny Roberts, who previously fought Jack Della Maddalena, on Saturday night. The undefeated welterweight lit up his home crowd with a first-round head kick KO, solidifying his rising status within the PFL Europe promotion and increasing anticipation for his future career moves.
Close Battle Ends Quickly With Habirora’s Explosive Finish
The opening moments of the fight saw both competitors exchanging strikes and testing each other’s skills, with Roberts relying on his experience and pressure to disrupt Habirora’s speed advantage. However, just before the round ended, Habirora found an opening and connected with a powerful head kick, knocking Roberts unconscious. Following the knockdown, Habirora delivered additional strikes before the referee officially ended the bout.
This victory marked Habirora’s seventh professional win and his second consecutive first-round knockout, having previously stopped Dima Glevka earlier this year. His versatile attacking style, which includes devastating body shots, precise boxing, and effective kicking techniques, continues to make him a dangerous threat inside the cage.
For Roberts, the loss extended a difficult run, marking his fourth straight defeat after facing notable opponents such as Jack Della Maddalena, Jonny Parsons, and Francisco Trinaldo during his UFC career, which spanned from 2015 to 2023.
The Rising Trajectory of Patrick Habirora in PFL
Habirora’s dominant performance at PFL Europe 2 raises the possibility of him moving up to the PFL World Tournament format in 2026, where he would face a higher level of competition. Although his future path within the PFL organization remains uncertain, this victory certainly puts him in the spotlight as one of the welterweight division’s most promising prospects.
Emerging Talents and Upcoming Events in PFL
Alongside Habirora, other standout athletes are gaining attention under the PFL banner. Dakota Ditcheva, a top flyweight, remains unbeaten and is preparing for her next bout against former Bellator fighter Sumiko Inaba. Ditcheva’s fight later this month follows her impressive win over former UFC title challenger Taila Santos at the 2024 PFL Championship.
The PFL Europe 2 event took place just days before a major PFL card in Cape Town, South Africa, which will feature a middleweight main event between Johnny Eblen and Costello Van Steenis. Eblen returns to action for the first time since his October rematch victory over Fabian Edwards.
Implications for Welterweight Division and Future Matchups
Patrick Habirora’s continued undefeated streak and knockout power not only highlight his individual talent but also contribute to the competitive dynamics of the welterweight division. His triumph over Danny Roberts, a fighter who has tested fighters like Jack Della Maddalena, signals the growing depth and excitement in PFL’s European circuit. Observers will be watching closely to see if Habirora takes the next step against tougher opponents on a global stage.