A.J. McKee vs. Salamat Isbulaev set for June 27 in San Diego

A.J. McKee will face undefeated Salamat Isbulaev on June 27 in San Diego. In his PFL debut, Isbulaev defeated third-ranked Jesus Pinedo by first-round knockout but was only ranked sixth afterward. The matchmakers have given Isbulaev difficult matchups from the start, now pairing him with former Bellator champion McKee, who is ranked number two. The post questions why Isbulaev has not received easier warm-up fights and why he remains ranked sixth despite his knockout victory. The author finds the matchmaking strategy confusing but intriguing to watch.