The Professional Fighters League (PFL) announced its return to the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls on Saturday, May 2, featuring hometown contender Logan Storley in the headline bout. Storley, a former Interim Bellator Welterweight World Champion and four-time NCAA Division I All-American, will be stepping into the cage in front of his home fans for the first time since 2024, maintaining an undefeated record when fighting there. The bout is generating significant excitement as Storley seeks to showcase his status at the top of the welterweight division.
Details of the Main Event Between Logan Storley and Florim Zendeli
Ranked No. 4 in the welterweight class with an 18-4 record, Logan Storley will face off against No. 7 welterweight Florim Zendeli, who holds an 11-1-1 record, in the main event. Zendeli claimed the 2024 PFL Europe Welterweight Championship and boasts an 82% finish rate, reflecting his high-level skill and finishing ability. Coming off a unanimous decision victory against Omar El Dafrawy in October 2025, Zendeli brings strong momentum. This matchup carries considerable weight for the division rankings, with Storley eager to prove he remains a leading contender following his semifinals run in the 2025 Welterweight World Tournament.
Co-Main Event Features Local Fighter Cheyanne Bowers
The card also highlights rising South Dakota fighter Cheyanne Bowers, a former LFA Champion with a 7-2 record making her PFL debut. She will compete against undefeated Brazilian flyweight prospect Sabrinna de Sousa, who is ranked ninth in the women’s flyweight division with a perfect 5-0 record. Bowers enters motivated to fight in front of her home crowd, while de Sousa’s unblemished record signals a tough challenge. This matchup adds further intrigue and local enthusiasm to the fight night.
Broadcast and Upcoming Event Information
The main card will broadcast live in the United States on ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes beginning at 10:00 pm ET/7:00 pm PT. Early preliminary bouts will start earlier at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT on ESPN+. Additional fights are expected to be announced soon, building anticipation for a packed and thrilling evening of competition in Sioux Falls.
Significance of the Sioux Falls Event for Logan Storley and the PFL
Logan Storley’s return to his hometown cage carries both emotional weight and competitive import, as he fights backed by strong local support. This event represents a crucial opportunity for him to solidify his position in the PFL welterweight rankings and maintain momentum in his career. With a passionate crowd and high-stakes matchups, the May 2 event at the Sanford Pentagon is poised to be a memorable chapter in the PFL season.
“Sioux Falls, we’re back 👊 May 2nd
South Dakota’s @storleystorm vs 2024 @PFLEurope Welterweight Champion Florim Zendeli
📍Sanford Sports Complex
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” — John Martin, PFL Representative
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