It’s always a party whenever Lewis McGrillen enters the PFL cage Lewis McGrillen clashes with Rafael Do Nasicmento as Via @PFLMMA on X

What happened: Lewis McGrillen makes his US debut against Rafael Do Nasicmento at PFL Austin on Saturday, July 18. The bout airs on ESPN's prelims card starting at 5:30 PM ET from Austin, Texas.

Why it matters: The matchup was already set as of July 10, and this appearance marks McGrillen's first fight on US soil for the promotion. PFL Austin continues the promotion's 2026 regular-season card build in Texas.

What to watch: McGrillen and Do Nasicmento meet Saturday, July 18, with prelims airing on ESPN at 5:30 PM ET.

Sources

  • @PFLMMA