Connor Hughes delivered a spectacular one-punch knockout against Sebastien Di Franco at PFL Belfast on Saturday, sending a clear message to the lightweight division.
In the featured bout, the promising English fighter secured the victory in the second round with a devastating right hook. Hughes controlled the fight early on, utilizing crisp striking and low kicks. The decisive blow came in the second round, a sharp right hook that landed clean, immediately dropping Di Franco and bringing the fight to an end.
This win marks a significant step for Hughes, who finished as runner-up in the 2024 PFL Europe lightweight championship. By defeating Di Franco, he advances to the semifinals of the 2025 PFL Europe lightweight championships, where his next opponent will be Gino van Steenis.
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