A.J. McKee vs Samat Isbullaev set for June 27 in San Diego

PFL has announced a matchup between A.J. McKee (#2 lightweight) and Samat Isbullaev (#6 lightweight) for June 27 in San Diego. The post questions PFL's matchmaking approach with Isbullaev, noting that in his PFL debut he faced #3-ranked Jesus Pinedo, whom he finished in the first round, yet was only ranked #6 afterward. Now he faces former Bellator champion McKee, one of PFL's strongest fighters overall. The author finds it puzzling that Isbullaev is being given such difficult opponents without a gradual buildup, and questions why he remains ranked #6 instead of #3. Despite the confusing matchmaking logic, the post expresses interest in watching Isbullaev's challenging path to the title.