Patrick Habirora

Patrick Habirora
Habirora in 2022
Born (2001-03-26) March 26, 2001
Namur, Belgium
Other namesThe Belgian Bomber
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight171 lb (78 kg; 12 st 3 lb)
DivisionLightweight
Welterweight
Reach75 in (191 cm)[1]
Fighting out ofNamur, Belgium
TeamTeam Sendo
Years active2024–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total9
Wins9
By knockout8
By decision1
Losses0
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog
Medal record
Amateur mixed martial arts
Representing Belgium
IMMAF European Championships
2022 Lignano Sabbiadoro -77.1 kg
IMMAF World Championships
2023 Tirana -77.1 kg

Patrick Habirora (born March 26, 2001) is a Belgian mixed martial artist. He currently competes in the Welterweight division of the Professional Fighters League (PFL). As of April 1, 2026, he is #8 in the PFL welterweight rankings.[2]

Background

Habirora was born in Namur, Belgium, he began his sporting career with football and found himself in the second division at the age of seven, at which point he had the opportunity to move up to the first division. He planned to live at a boarding school for football at the age of 13, but it was impossible for his parents to make the trips back and forth. Despite his promising start in football, his refusal to drop down a level led him to quit. He then discovered MMA almost by chance, but was quickly inspired by the techniques and philosophy of this combat sport.[3]

Mixed martial arts career

Amateur career

In 2022, Habirora made a name for himself at the European Amateur MMA Championships 2022 in Italy, with a series of 4 knockout victories, notably winning his first fight in just nine seconds.[4] Despite as he subsequently won a silver medal at the same competition.[5]

In March 2023, Habirora competed at the Dutch promotion Levels Fight League, which a unanimous decision victory against Bandai Lumassa.[6] In November 2023, Habirora won gold medal at the IMMAF Amateur MMA World Championships in Albania. He has announced his intention to turn professional career.[7]

Professional career

Habirora made his professional debut against Ognjen Zivanovic at "AEF 5" on January 13, 2024.[8] He won the professional debut via technical knockout in round one.[9]

In his second fight, Habirora faced Claudio Pacella on March 7, 2024, at PFL Europe 1, winning the fight via unanimous decision.[10]

In the third fight, Habirora faced Giovanny Giraldo at "AEF 6" on May 17, 2024. He won the fight via technical knockout in round one.[11]

In June 2024, Habirora competed as part of the ARES Fighting Championship against Alex Aston at Ares FC 22 in Paris, which he won the fight via technical knockout in round one.[12]

Professional Fighters League

On November 26, 2024, it was reported that Habirora signed with Professional Fighters League.[13]

Habirora faced Catalin Safta on December 14, 2024, at PFL Europe 4.[14] He won the fight via knockout in round three.[15]

In his bout outside the PFL, Habirora faced Dima Glevka on February 7, 2025, at "Fight and Furious in Octagon 2", winning the fight via technical knockout in round one.[16]

Habirora was initially scheduled to face Nicolas Di Franco on May 23, 2025, at PFL Paris.[17] However, in early May, it was announced that the event has been cancelled.[18]

Moving up to welterweight, Habirora faced Danny Roberts on July 5, 2025, at PFL Europe 2.[19][20] He won the fight via a head kick knockout in round one.[21]

Habirora faced Kevin Jousset on December 13, 2025, at PFL Lyon: Nemkov vs. Ferreira.[22] He won the fight via knockout in round one.[23]

Habirora faced Benson Henderson on May 23, 2026, at PFL Brussels.[24] He won the fight via knockout in just 20 seconds in round one.[25][26]

Fashion career

Outside of his MMA career, Habirora is also present in the fashion world. He is an ambassador for the French brand Project X Paris.[27]

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
9 matches 9 wins 0 losses
By knockout 8 0
By decision 1 0
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Win 9–0 Benson Henderson KO (punches) PFL Brussels: Habirora vs. Henderson May 23, 2026 1 0:20 Brussels, Belgium
Win 8–0 Kevin Jousset KO (punches) PFL Lyon: Nemkov vs. Ferreira December 13, 2025 1 2:42 Décines-Charpieu, France
Win 7–0 Danny Roberts KO (head kick) PFL Europe 2 (2025) July 5, 2025 1 4:32 Brussels, Belgium Welterweight debut.
Win 6–0 Dima Glevka TKO (knee and punches) Fight and Furious 2 February 7, 2025 1 3:07 Metz, France Catchweight (163 lb) bout.
Win 5–0 Catalin Safta KO (punch) PFL Europe 4 (2024) December 14, 2024 3 2:16 Décines-Charpieu, France Catchweight (165 lb) bout.
Win 4–0 Alex Aston TKO (punch to the body) Ares 22 June 14, 2024 1 1:39 Paris, France
Win 3–0 Giovanny Giraldo TKO (punches) AEF 6 May 17, 2024 1 1:33 Rennes, France
Win 2–0 Claudio Pacella Decision (unanimous) PFL Europe 1 (2024) March 7, 2024 3 5:00 Paris, France Lightweight debut.
Win 1–0 Ognjen Zivanovic TKO (punches) AEF 5 January 13, 2024 1 N/A Rennes, France Catchweight (165 lb) bout.

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See also

References

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  2. ^ "PFL Rankings". pflmma.com. Retrieved 2026-02-05.
  3. ^ ""J'ai commencé le MMA vraiment par hasard": découvrez le parcours incroyable du champion Patrick Habirora". RTL Info (in French). Retrieved 2026-03-03.
  4. ^ Langendries, Romain (2022-09-28). "Patrick Habirora, jeune Namurois de 21 ans, réalise un K.O. éclair en 9 secondes à l'Euro de MMA". RTBF (in French). Retrieved 2026-04-08.
  5. ^ Marchal, Alan (2022-11-21). "MMA : la guillotine qui offre sa première ceinture à Patrick Habirora". L'avenir.net (in French). Retrieved 2026-04-08.
  6. ^ Guilbert, Guilbert (2023-03-24). "Patrick Habirora : "L'objectif ultime ? Devenir le roi des pirates"". RTBF (in French). Retrieved 2026-04-08.
  7. ^ "Mondiaux amateurs de MMA à Tirana : le Belge Patrick Habirora médaillé d'or en poids welters !". DHnet (in French). 2023-11-25. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
  8. ^ "MMA : Patrick Habirora et Stiven Shehu sont prêts pour leurs grands débuts chez les professionnels". DHnet (in French). 2023-01-12. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
  9. ^ "MMA : Patrick Habirora et Stiven Shehu s'imposent au premier round pour leurs débuts chez les pros". DHnet (in French). 2024-01-15. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
  10. ^ Knapp, Brian. "Bizarre Toe Injury Derails Cedric Doumbe in Anti-Climactic PFL Europe 1 Headliner". Sherdog. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
  11. ^ "Patrick Habirora expéditif face à Giovanny Giraldo à l'AEF 6". L'Équipe (in French). 2024-05-17. Retrieved 2026-04-09.
  12. ^ "MMA : Habirora fait le spectacle à l'ARES 22, Sola et Younousov conservent leur titre". L'Équipe (in French). 2024-06-14. Retrieved 2026-04-09.
  13. ^ "MMA – Patrick Habirora signe un contrat au PFL et annonce son retour !". La Sueur (in French). 2024-11-26. Retrieved 2026-04-09.
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  18. ^ King, Nolan. "Patrice Evra's debut postponed as PFL cancels Paris event". MMA Junkie. Retrieved 2026-04-10.
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  21. ^ Sherdog.com. "Patrick Habirora Destroys UFC Vet Danny Roberts in 2025 PFL Europe 2 Main Event". Sherdog. Retrieved 2026-04-10.
  22. ^ Critchfield, Tristen. "Unbeaten Belgian Prospect to Return at PFL Lyon on Dec. 13". Sherdog. Retrieved 2026-04-10.
  23. ^ King, Nolan. "Rising PFL star Patrick Habirora leaves UFC alum stiff as a board". MMA Junkie. Retrieved 2026-04-10.
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  26. ^ Anderson, Jay (2026-05-23). "PFL Brussels Main Event Over in a Flash, Henderson Run Over By Habirora". Cageside Press. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  27. ^ "Officiel : Patrick Habirora, prodige belge du MMA, rejoint le cercle PXP". Project X Paris (in French). Retrieved 2026-04-10.
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