The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced the postponement of its MENA Season 3 tournament opener, which was set to take place on May 8, 2026, at the Dhahran Expo in Khobar, Saudi Arabia. No specific reason for the postponement has been provided, but the organization promises to share further details soon. All ticket purchasers will receive full refunds, as tickets will not be honored for the rescheduled event. The fight card originally included nine bouts across three divisions: featherweight, lightweight, and welterweight, with a focus on showcasing rising stars from the region. The PFL plans to return to Khobar later this year, although it has not confirmed whether the rescheduled event will occur in the same location. The event was titled “Rise of the Gulf” and aimed to kick off the new tournament format, excluding the bantamweight category from last year's four divisions.