PFL Schedules Middleweight Title Rematch Between Costello van Steenis and Johnny Eblen for July
PFL books van Steenis-Eblen title rematch for July
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The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced a middleweight title rematch between Costello van Steenis and Johnny Eblen, set for July 18 at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. This highly anticipated bout follows van Steenis's shocking victory over Eblen last July, where he secured a win with a rear-naked choke in the final seconds.
- 01The rematch is scheduled for July 18 at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas.
- 02Costello van Steenis shocked Johnny Eblen in their first fight last July.
- 03Eblen's previous title was lost due to PFL's restructuring of its title system.
- 04Both fighters are motivated by personal stakes: validation for van Steenis and redemption for Eblen.
- 05PFL CEO John Martin emphasized the dramatic nature of their first fight.
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A rematch for the PFL middleweight title between Costello van Steenis and Johnny Eblen is set for July 18 at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. The bout comes after van Steenis (18-3) stunned Eblen (17-1) in their first encounter last July, winning with a rear-naked choke in the final seconds. Van Steenis successfully defended his title against Fabian Edwards on March 20, while Eblen rebounded from his loss with a first-round finish over Bryan Battle. PFL CEO John Martin remarked on the intense rivalry, noting that both fighters have something to prove: van Steenis seeks validation while Eblen aims for redemption. Eblen, a former Bellator MMA champion, was considered a favorite in their first match and had established himself as a top middleweight prior to the loss.
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This rematch will attract significant attention from MMA fans and could boost local tourism and business in Austin, Texas.
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