AJ McKee vs Salamat Isbulaev set for PFL on June 27 in San Diego

AJ McKee (24-2, ranked #2 lightweight) will face Salamat Isbulaev (10-0, ranked #6 lightweight) on June 27 in San Diego. Isbulaev made his PFL debut against #3-ranked Jesus Pinedo, whom he finished in the first round but did not surpass in rankings. The post questions PFL's matchmaking for Isbulaev, noting he is being given top competition without easier buildup fights. Despite his knockout win over Pinedo, Isbulaev remains ranked sixth rather than moving up to third. McKee is a former Bellator champion with an impressive résumé.