PFL Champions Series Dubai: Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes walkout songs - Tracks the fighters have used before

The highly anticipated Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes showdown is set to headline the Road to Dubai Champions Series event, taking place on Saturday, Jan. 25, at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Nurmagomedov will be making the third defense of his Bellator lightweight title against Hughes. The bout will mark the final Bellator title fight following the PFL merger and has been marketed as ‘Dagestan vs. Ireland 2,’ referencing the iconic UFC 229 title fight between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov.

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Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes: Which songs have both fighters walked out to?

Walkouts are the lifeblood of any major fight event, turning the arena into a vibrant hub of energy. These captivating entrances ignite the fighters' resolve and electrify the crowd, heightening the anticipation and intensity of the moment.

Although the walkout songs for the Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes showdown remain a mystery, let's take a moment to revisit some of the memorable tracks these fighters have selected to soundtrack their entrances in previous bouts.

Boasting an undefeated professional record of 18-0, with eight of those victories coming via knockout and six by submission, Nurmagomedov returns to the cage after successfully defending his Bellator title against Alexander Shabliy with a dominant unanimous decision at the Bellator Champions Series in San Diego this past September.

When it comes to his walkout song, Usman embraces a blend of two distinct tracks that hold personal significance. He often chooses the pulsating rhythms of 'Dreams' by DJ Nariman, inspired by Lezginka, a traditional folk dance music from Eastern Europe and Central Asia.

Alternatively, he channels the energy of his legendary elder cousin, UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov, opting for a remixed version of 'Dagestan' by Sabine Kors featuring Timaro.

Meanwhile, Hughes, with an almost perfect record of 13-1, including six knockouts and three submissions, is set to pursue a title in just his third fight with the promotion. 'Big News' is riding a seven-fight win streak, with his most recent victory coming in October at PFL Super Fights: Battle of the Giants, where he secured a hard-fought split decision against seasoned veteran AJ McKee.

Hughes has previously made his entrance to the cage with the energetic beats of 'Victory Lap' by Nipsey Hussle featuring Stacy Barthe.

However, in his most recent fight, 'Big News' opted for a more classic vibe, choosing 'Grace' by The Dubliners & Jim McCann to set the tone for his walkout.