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Johnny Eblen Dominates Bryan Battle at PFL Pittsburgh
Eblen earns first-round submission win over UFC veteran in Pennsylvania
Mar. 29, 2026 at 8:00am
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In the opening bout of the PFL Pittsburgh event, Johnny Eblen made a powerful statement with a first-round submission victory over UFC veteran Bryan Battle. Eblen, a rising star in the middleweight division, quickly took control of the fight and finished Battle in the opening frame.
Why it matters
Eblen's decisive win over the more experienced Battle solidifies his status as a top prospect in the PFL middleweight division. This performance will likely earn Eblen a higher-profile matchup in his next PFL appearance as he continues his climb towards a potential championship opportunity.
The details
Eblen wasted no time in asserting his dominance, immediately taking the fight to Battle and overwhelming him with a relentless grappling attack. After securing an early takedown, Eblen quickly advanced to a dominant position and locked in a submission hold, forcing Battle to tap out just over a minute into the opening round.
- The PFL Pittsburgh event took place on March 29, 2026 at the UPMC Events Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
The players
Johnny Eblen
A rising middleweight prospect in the Professional Fighters League (PFL) promotion.
Bryan Battle
A veteran fighter who has competed in the UFC and is now part of the PFL roster.
What they’re saying
“I came in here with a plan and I executed it perfectly. Battle is a tough guy, but I knew I had the tools to finish him early.”
— Johnny Eblen
What’s next
Eblen's dominant win will likely earn him a higher-profile matchup in his next PFL appearance as he continues his climb towards a potential championship opportunity.
The takeaway
Eblen's first-round submission victory over the more experienced Battle solidifies his status as a rising star in the PFL middleweight division and sets him up for bigger challenges ahead.
