Preview: PFL 6 2024

Featherweights

Gabriel Braga (13-1, 5-1 PFL) vs. Bubba Jenkins (21-8, 7-4 PFL)

Braga, the 2023 featherweight tournament runner-up, was in rare form in his first fight of the season. Fueled by the loss in the championship and the loss of his father, Braga knocked out Justin Gonzalez in the first round with a crisp left hook. Braga’s punching power is precisely what led the Brazilian to the PFL Championships a season ago. He carries impactful power in his short shots and can send foes reeling with a single shot. Braga, 26, is still young and somewhat inexperienced. While the speed and explosiveness are there, sometimes he can fight recklessly or start too slow. A veteran like Jenkins could exploit that. Jenkins has made the PFL playoffs three seasons in a row, but his streak is in danger after dropping his first fight to Kai Kamaka III. Jenkins competed well and lost a close decision, but at 36, he failed to show the second gear that made him an NCAA wrestling champion. Jenkins seemed lethargic and lacked stamina against Kamaka, who edged him out in close rounds. Jenkins is one of the most experienced and well-rounded featherweights in the bracket, but his technique is being outworked and overpowered by fresher fighters. This is his chance to turn back the clock, but that could be difficult against a young beast like Braga. If Braga comes in at his peak, he could potentially stop Jenkins early with a flurry or even a single shot, but the longer the fight goes, the more danger he could find. Jenkins is a crafty fighter who can catch you slipping with power. If Braga falls asleep, Jenkins could surprise him with an upset TKO.

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