PFL Brussels: The clash of generations between the rising star Patrick Habirora and the legend Benson Henderson!

The MMA world has its eyes on Belgium! This Saturday, May 23, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) lands at the ING Arena in Brussels for an evening that already promises to be historic. Between rising local talents and international legends, the card is set to shake the European capital.

Here is everything you need to know about this unmissable event.

The Main Event: Patrick Habirora faces the biggest challenge of his life

This is the fight everyone is waiting for. The undefeated Belgian phenomenon Patrick Habirora (8-0), proud member of the Cercle PXP, will face his biggest challenge yet by taking on former UFC champion Benson Henderson (30-12) in an explosive main event!

Patrick "The Belgian Bomber" Habirora: the rising star of MMA

At only 25 years old, Habirora is the sensation of European MMA. His record speaks of an extraordinary athlete: 8 fights, 8 wins, and a series of spectacular finishes. The Cercle PXP fighter never leaves his fate in the hands of the judges. In front of his electrified crowd at the ING Arena, he has the opportunity to step into another dimension and prove he has what it takes to reach the world’s top.

Benson "Smooth" Henderson: the king’s return

Facing the young wolf stands a monument of the sport. Former UFC and WEC lightweight champion Benson Henderson rises to the challenge. With his professional fights and memorable wars against Frankie Edgar, Nate Diaz, and Donald Cerrone, the American brings invaluable experience to the cage. If he wins, he will prove that legends never die; if he loses, he will officially pass the torch.

Total immersion: follow Patrick Habirora behind the scenes of his preparation with "24H WITH"

To fully dive into the atmosphere of this clash before Saturday, don’t miss the major report 24H WITH, which had an exceptional preview on the giant screen of the prestigious Grand Rex in Paris!

Inside the secrets of the Belgian Bomber

This exclusive report takes you behind the ultra-private scenes of preparing for a fight of such magnitude. From intense sparring sessions to the mental pressure of the final days, we discover a focused and sharper-than-ever Patrick Habirora.

Project X Paris at the heart of the game

But what we also love about this documentary is that even in the middle of intense training camps, Patrick never neglects his style! Outside the cage, the champion takes care of his look from A to Z: throughout the report, he proudly sports his PXP diamond chain, while he and his entire team show off ultra-stylish outfits signed Project X Paris. Attention to detail, both in the ring and on the street.

Big up Patrick, the whole PXP team is behind you for this legendary fight!

The full PFL Brussels card

The PFL didn’t hold back for this European edition, offering a balanced and international card, with strong representation of Franco-Belgian talents.

Other fights to watch closely

• Taylor Lapilus vs Jake Hadley: The French "Director" faces the formidable British Jake Hadley. A win would propel Lapilus directly into pole position for the top of PFL Europe.
• Boris Atangana vs Jared Gooden: Another undefeated Belgian prodigy (8-0) who will have a tough challenge against the experience of American veteran Jared Gooden.

Practical info: where and when to watch PFL Brussels?

If you’re not lucky enough to have your tickets for the ING Arena, there’s no excuse to miss this evening.

• Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
• Location: ING Arena, Brussels (Belgium)
• Start time:
  • Early Prelims: From 6:00 PM (French/Belgian time) on the official PFL website (pflmma.com/watch).
  • Main Card: From 9:00 PM (French/Belgian time).
• TV / Streaming Broadcast: In France and Belgium, the main card will be broadcast live on DAZN and on the RMC Sport app.

The atmosphere promises to be electric in Brussels. Watch the documentary to get hyped, prepare your predictions, and see you Saturday to vibe with the Cercle PXP!