Video: Punches thrown as PFL Brussels faceoff turns into chaos
A chaotic scene unfolded at the PFL Brussels faceoff when fighters Khamzat Abaev and Luca Poclit engaged in a physical confrontation. Despite Dan Hardy's efforts to maintain order, punches were thrown, leading to a brief scuffle. The two fighters are set to compete in a welterweight bout at ING Arena on Saturday.
- ▪Khamzat Abaev and Luca Poclit squared up during the PFL Brussels ceremonial faceoffs.
- ▪Dan Hardy, a PFL matchmaker, attempted to prevent the fight but was unsuccessful.
- ▪The incident escalated when team members of both fighters began throwing punches.
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