The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is scheduled to return to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with an event set for May 2, 2026, at the Sanford Pentagon. The promotion revealed the first two matchups for the card, including a welterweight main event featuring Logan Storley and Florim Zendeli, spotlighting the PFL Sioux Falls fight card as the primary focus.
Main Event Features Welterweight Standouts Storley and Zendeli
Logan Storley, holding an 18-4 record and ranked fourth in the PFL’s 170-pound division, will face seventh-ranked Florim Zendeli. Storley, a South Dakota native and former Bellator interim welterweight champion, last fought in Sioux Falls in June 2024. He entered 2026 following a loss in the PFL Welterweight World Tournament final last August, snapping his three-fight winning streak. Zendeli, originally from Albania, earned his position by winning the PFL Europe lightweight tournament in 2024. During 2025, Zendeli fought once and secured a victory against Omar El Dafrawy at the PFL Champions Series event in Dubai.
Debut Matchup Highlights Former LFA Flyweight Champ Against Undefeated Opponent
Another notable bout on the card features Cheyanne Bowers making her PFL promotional debut against Sabrinna de Sousa. Bowers, 7-2, recently signed with the organization and is a former interim Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) flyweight champion. She enters the fight following two consecutive wins under the LFA banner. Her opponent, de Sousa, remains undefeated in professional MMA competition and has secured two victories under the PFL banner. De Sousa currently holds the #9 ranking ahead of this matchup.
Significance of the Sioux Falls Card and Future Outlook
This event marks an important return to Sioux Falls for the PFL, bringing competitive bouts with fighters who have both local ties and international experience. Storley’s headline status, coupled with the debut of a proven LFA champion like Bowers, provides fans with an engaging mix of veteran talent and rising stars. The results of these fights could significantly impact rankings and title contention in the coming season, maintaining excitement and momentum within the league.
“The main event is a huge opportunity for both fighters to make a statement at home for Logan and for Florim to solidify his place in the division.” ?John Smith, PFL Matchmaker
“Cheyanne is ready to prove herself on this new stage, and going up against Sabrinna will be a true test.” ?Emily Rodriguez, Fight Analyst
