Making their second outing to Africa this summer, the PFL aims to put on another highly-successful show from the Big Top Arena in Johannesburg in PFL Africa 2. In the main event, reputable hard puncher Patrick Ocheme comes to blows with mixed martial arts veteran Ibrahima Mané. In the penultimate bout of the evening, Shido Boris Esperanca seeks to extend his lengthy win streak when he faces Ibrahima Mané.
PFL Africa 2 Main Event
Recording four impressive knockout victories over the past four years, Ocheme stands as possibly the hardest-hitting featherweight competitor in all of Africa. On a mission to capture his fifth straight win, “Star Boi” will endeavor to secure his spot in the semi finals of the 2025 PFL Africa Tournament with another monumental stoppage in PFL Africa 2.
Although only eight fights into his professional career, Camara has competed in big events all over the world ranging from countries like Brazil and Abu Dhabi. Fighting in his native Africa for the first time, “Lamo” is looking to make a monumental impression on PFL fans from across the globe in the PFL Africa 2 main event.
PFL Africa 2 Co-Main Event
Triumphing in his company debut last August, Boris Esperanca thrust himself into notoriety with a thunderous finish over Tyler Hill. Stepping up for his latest SmartCage assignment, “Machine” appears on pace toward turning himself into must-see television as he makes his way through the welterweight tournament during the PFL Africa 2 co-main event.
After suffering a debilitating first round finish loss in his final contest of 2024, Mané makes his return to action in 2025 more determined than ever to leave his mark in the PFL. Crossing paths with another reputable knockout artist, “Freezer” can make a strong case for himself as a top contender in the featherweight bracket by upsetting the surging Boris Esperanca in PFL Africa 2.
More Bouts On the Main Card
Also on the main card, the promotion brings a plethora of up-and-coming African talent. Such aspiring athletes include the undefeated Wilker Nsamo and 14-bout veteran Yabna N’Tchalá.
PFL Africa 2 Predictions and Staff Picks
MMASucka staff picks are composed of four of the world’s leading mixed martial arts organizations: the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the Professional Fighters League (PFL), ONE Championship (ONE FC), and Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS).
- UFC picks will include main card fights ranging from four to six matchups per event.
- PFL picks from main cards for pay-per-views and from tournament fights in the Regular Season, Playoffs, and Finals.
- ONE FC and DWCS picks will feature all MMA fights from the event with a minimum of three matchups.
The individual who picks the most victorious fighters by the end of 2025 will have a choice between receiving a custom-made championship belt from ProAmBelts or a detailed chain from Championship Chains.
Find our PFL Johannesburg picks and fight odds below.
Staff records after UFC Vegas 108:
- Hank Strandberg: 123-74
- Drew Zuhosky: 101-96
- Frazer Krohn: 92-70
- Jeremy Brand: 88-71
- Andrew Benjamin: 26-86
*Note – not all staff pick for every event*
Osvaldo Benedito -105
Vs.
Emilios Dassi -125
WELTERWEIGHT
Jeremy Brand: Dassi by Unanimous Decision
Hank Strandberg: Dassi by first round knockout
Drew Zuhosky: Dassi by Unanimous Decision
Frazer Krohn: Dassi by Unanimous Decision
Andrew Benjamin: Dassi by Unanimous Decision
Staff picking Benedito: 0
Staff picking Dassi: 5
Sanon Sadeck -310
Vs.
Yabna N’Tchalá +250
WELTERWEIGHT
Jeremy Brand: Sadeck by Unanimous Decision
Hank Strandberg: N’Tchalá by Unanimous Decision
Drew Zuhosky: Sadeck by first round Submission
Frazer Krohn: N’Tchalá by third round Knockout
Andrew Benjamin: Sadeck by Unanimous Decision
Staff picking Sadeck: 3
Staff picking N’Tchalá: 2
British Boloyoang -115
Vs.
Ayinda Octave -115
WELTERWEIGHT
Jeremy Brand: Boloyoang by Unanimous Decision
Hank Strandberg: Octave by first round Knockout
Drew Zuhosky: Octave by Unanimous Decision
Frazer Krohn: Boloyoang by Unanimous Decision
Andrew Benjamin: Boloyoang by Unanimous Decision
Staff picking Boloyoang: 3
Staff picking Octave: 2
Shido Boris Esperanca -202
Vs.
Ibrahima Mané +162
WELTERWEIGHT
Jeremy Brand: Boris Esperanca by Unanimous Decision
Hank Strandberg: Boris Esperanca by first round Knockout Drew Zuhosky: Mané by Unanimous Decision
Frazer Krohn: Mané by Unanimous Decision
Andrew Benjamin: Boris Esperanca by first round Knockout
Staff picking Boris Esperanca: 3
Staff picking Mané: 2
Patrick Ocheme -600
Vs.
Mohamed Camara +425
FEATHERWEIGHT
Jeremy Brand: Ocheme by Unanimous Decision
Hank Strandberg: Ocheme by Unanimous Decision
Drew Zuhosky: Camara by Unanimous Decision
Frazer Krohn: Camara by Unanimous Decision
Andrew Benjamin: Camara by Unanimous Decision
Staff picking Ocheme: 2
Staff picking Camara: 3
