Professional Fighters League (PFL) will make its debut in Pittsburgh, Pa., inside UPMC Events Center on Sat., March 28, 2026 featuring Johnny “Pressure” Eblen (16-1) taking on former UFC welterweight Bryan “The Butcher” Battle (12-2-1 NC) in the five-round main event, airing on both ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes. The co-headlining affair will see Pittsburgh’s own […]
Professional Fighters League (PFL) will make its debut in Pittsburgh, Pa., inside UPMC Events Center on Sat., March 28, 2026 featuring Johnny “Pressure” Eblen (16-1) taking on former UFC welterweight Bryan “The Butcher” Battle (12-2-1 NC) in the five-round main event, airing on both ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes.
The co-headlining affair will see Pittsburgh’s own Dalton “Hercules” Rosta (11-2) return to action after reaching the finals of the 2025 PFL tournament when he collides with longtime PFL veteran Impa “Tshilobo” Kasanganay (19-6). Their three-round showdown pits American Top Team against Kill Cliff FC, reminiscent of the TUF 21 battles from summer 2015.
Pre-sale tickets will be available on Tues., Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. ET with general sale tickets available on Thurs., Jan. 29 at 10 a.m. ET via Ticketmaster.
“The PFL is excited to make its debut in one of the most passionate and storied sports towns in America when we visit Pittsburgh,” said PFL CEO John Martin. “This city has a deep-rooted sports culture and fans who consistently show up and support their teams at the highest level. Bringing the PFL to Pittsburgh marks a major milestone for us, and it’s especially meaningful as it will be the city’s first MMA show in nearly 10 years. We look forward to delivering an unforgettable night of world-class mixed martial arts and introducing the PFL experience to a fanbase that truly appreciates elite competition.”
The PFL Pittsburgh preliminary card will begin at 7 p.m ET on the ESPN App for fight fans with access to the ESPN Unlimited plan.
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