PFL: Joseph Luciano Replaces Umalatov vs. Storley
Briefly

Magomed Umalatov, a strong contender in the PFL welterweight division, missed weight, which eliminated him from the 2025 PFL World Tournament and his upcoming match against Logan Storley. Replacing Umalatov is Joseph Luciano, who was initially scheduled to compete against Sarek Shields. Luciano, who last competed in September 2024, seeks to make an impact in this pivotal match. With Umalatov out of the tournament, questions arise regarding the future of this promising fighter while the event continues with an adjusted fight card of eight bouts at Universal Studios Florida on April 3.
Magomed Umalatov misses weight on Wednesday morning taking him out of the 2025 PFL World Tournament and his fight against Logan Storley, causing a significant shift in the event.
Replacing him will be Joseph Luciano, who last saw action in September 2024, submitting Steven Hill, and will now face Logan Storley in the welterweight tournament.
Umalatov, previously considered a strong contender for the tournament, sees his exit come via the scale, which raises questions about the future of the promising welterweight.
The PFL World Tournament: Round 1 event will proceed with a revised card featuring 8 bouts after Umalatov's disqualification for missing weight.
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