Middleweight Showdown: Johnny Eblen vs. Fabian Edwards at PFL: Battle of the Giants

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) event titled “Battle of the Giants” includes a highly anticipated middleweight clash between Johnny Eblen and Fabian Edwards. Scheduled to take place this Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this bout features Eblen defending his Bellator middleweight title.

Johnny Eblen, who is currently undefeated with a record of 15-0 in his MMA career, comes into the fight as a heavy favorite. Ranked No. 5 in the middleweight division, Eblen has maintained his title since winning it in 2022. He has successfully defended it twice, most recently defeating PFL light heavyweight champion Impa Kasanganay in February.

Fabian Edwards, the brother of former UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards, is mounting a comeback after his previous loss to Eblen a year ago. Edwards, aged 31, has shown renewed vigor, amassing three victories to secure another title shot. His last bout saw him claim a unanimous decision win over Aaron Jeffery, bolstering his credentials for a rematch against Eblen.

In their previous encounter last September, Eblen overcame a significant cut to finish Edwards in a decisive manner. The dynamics of their rivalry suggest that Eblen’s wrestling skill might once again play a crucial role in the outcome of the fight. Analysts, including Dan Tom from MMA Junkie, predict Eblen to secure a unanimous decision should the fight go to the judges.

Betting odds reflect Eblen’s dominance with bookmakers listing him at -480 against Edwards, who stands at +330. The fight serves as the main event for the PFL card, with a scheduled entrance to the octagon at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET. Fans can follow the action via pay-per-view in the U.S. and internationally.