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              Usman Nurmagomedov (green shorts) defeats Paul Hughes (black shorts) via decision in the main event for the PFL Lightweight World Championship at the PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series. Coca Cola Arena, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

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