Braxton Smith returns to the PFC cage at the Comerica Center in Frisco, Texas on July 18th to face undefeated Khetag Sabeev in a high-stakes heavyweight showdown. Sabeev has stormed through his first three pro fights with first-round TKOs and KOs, while Smith brings championship experience and proven knockout power from his run as a former PFC heavyweight champion. The question remains whether Smith can rediscover his former dominance—or if Sabeev’s speed, strength, and versatility will prove too much once again.

From defending gold inside the Peak Fighting cage to earning opportunities on the sport’s biggest stages, Xavier Franklin continues to prove he belongs among the top bantamweight prospects in MMA. After appearing on Dana White’s Contender Series and competing on Season 32 of The Ultimate Fighter, Franklin’s rise has been built on relentless performances, finishing ability, and dominant showings under the Peak Fighting banner.

Peak Fighting Championship returns to the Comerica Center in Frisco, Texas on July 18th with one of the biggest cards in promotion history as former Dallas Cowboy and UFC veteran Greg Hardy defends the PFC Heavyweight Championship against former UFC standout Joseph Holmes in the main event of PFC 53.