In the 2025 PFL 1 event, Movlid Khaybulaev faced unexpected challenges from Jeremy Kennedy, who started the fight aggressively and rocked Khaybulaev. Ultimately, after regaining focus and adapting in the second round, Khaybulaev secured a split decision victory. He acknowledged the difficulties stemming from his long layoff and Ramadan-related changes to his diet and training. Looking ahead, Khaybulaev is set to face Kim Tae-Kyun, admitting he needs to study his next opponent thoroughly after a brief recovery break.
Even the first round, I felt like at the beginning I was sparring. It took me a couple of minutes to realize we were actually in a fight.
The first round was really tough, I didn't expect that. I missed a lot of punches, and that took a toll.
To be honest I don't know much about him. I just know he [beat] a pretty tough opponent.
Plus I wasn't a hundred percent because in the month of Ramadan, my diet and everything was changed.
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