Costello van Steenis Shocks Johnny Eblen with the submission of the fifth round in PFL Africa: Cape Towncostello van Steenis Ocnains Johnny Eblen with the last second in PFL Africa: Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa – Professional Fighters League (PFL) has started the inauguration PFL Africa season with a bang in Grand Arena, Grandwest in Cape Town. The event, at the head of a comprehensive return, contained explosive finishes, dominant performances and presentation of growing African talents. Recording the card, Costello “Spaniard” from Steenis he won a wonderful victory for naked chokes over the previously undefeated Johnny “Press” Eblen apply PFL Medium Weight Championship.
Eblen (16-1), a former master, looked ready to win in the decision after the dominance of most of the fivefold fight. But with the righteous 9 seconds remained in the final roundVan Steenis (17-3) turned his fortunes, taking Eblena from the back and blocking in nudity sleepShocking the MMA world in a dramatic finish.
“It never ended. I knew I had to go,” said Van Steenis. “That’s all I worked for.”
Dakota Ditcheva dominates
2024 PFL WOMEN’s FLY weight Dakota “Perilous” Ditcheva (15-0) She continued her invincible run with a unilateral victorious decision over the American distinction Sumiko “Lady Samurai” Inaba (8-2). The Star of Great Britain presented the world -class Muay Thai, Głotka Inaba with a mistaken mix of strikes, including knees, elbows and strokes after all three rounds.
“Sumiko is tough, but I had a plan and I got stuck in it,” said Ditcheva after the fight. “I am here to show why I am one of the best in the world.”
The judges won the fight 30-27, 30-27 and dominant 30-24.
AJ Mckee feathers are shining
Former Bellator FEATHER WWWEGHT Master And “Mercenary” Mckee (23-2) He returned to 145 pounds and provided a pure sweeping with Russia Akhmed Magomedov (11-2). Mckee presented a mixture of impact and struggle, dominating in all three rounds to get Unanimous decision (30-27 x3).
Anderson returns to heavyweight with TKO nad Goltsov
Corey “overtime” Anderson (19-6, 1 NC) he received a successful return to the heavyweight department with TKO in the second round over 2024 Heavyweight champion PFL Denis “The Rosyan Bogatyr” Goltsov (36-9). After an early pressure on the weathering, Anderson landed with a brutal shot in the body and followed them to force stopping in 3:28 from the second round.
Dagestan’s Zaynukov is dominated by Izumi
Rising Dagestani Grappler Artur Zaynukov (16-4) Put on a wrestling clinic against Japan Takeshi Izumi (6-4). Training partner of masters such as Khabib and Islam Makhachev, Zaynukov secured his removal at will and controlled each round to win 30-27 Unanimous decision around the world.
2025 PFL Africa Tournament: Bantamweight & Heavywe semi -final
After a night of high rates duels, Wadzka Bantam AND Heavyweight semi -finals At the PFL Africa tournament is now set:
Bantamweight semi -finals:
Lord Ekebele (9-3) vs. Power Hokina (6-0)
Boule of godogo (4-0) vs. Karim Hennine (5-0)
Heavyweight semi -finals:
Maxewell because of the upcoming (7-1) vs. Justin Clarke (3-0)
Joffie Houlon (8-4) vs. Abraham Babrele (6-2)
Next stop: Johannesburg
. 2025 PFL Africa Tournament continues Saturday, August 9 on Substantial Top Arena, Carnival City IN JohannesburgWhere pretenders for a featherweight and welterweight will compete in their duels in the first round. Fans in the USA can catch the whole action live PFL application.
Full fight results – PFL Champions Series: Cape Town
Main card
Costello van steenis def. Johnny Ebtlen by Submitted job (Choke on the back) -r5, 4:51
UFC legend Dustin Poirier has explained why he doesn't want sympathy following his airport arrest as of late.
As most mixed martial arts fans know, Dustin Poirier was recently involved in an incident that saw him get arrested due to public intoxication at the airport. Immediately following the release of the footage, Dustin made it clear that he was working to improve himself.
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Alas, that didn't stop many fight fans – and fighters – from defending Poirier, suggesting it wasn't a huge indictment on his character.
That included Jon Jones, who made sure to let the masses know that he didn't believe Poirier deserved too much backlash. In a recent interview, Dustin had the following to say on the matter.
Poirier discusses his arrest problems
“My buddy, Kyle, the guy who I work out with everyday, he told me that Jon Jones came out and said something, and it was positive,†Poirier said in “The Diary of a CEO.†“He said Matt Brown as well, a former fighter, did a video, and he said it was really nice. I'm sure I'll see some of that stuff. I don't want to relive the moment that much. I don't want to keep diving back. But when I do get back on social media or do start watching videos, I'm sure I'm going to see some of it.
“I appreciate everybody, but I'm not looking for sympathy or to make this OK. It's not OK. It's not. I don't want to blame anything or have a crutch to lean on about my actions, about what happened. I did it. I'm not blaming it on mental health or anything like that, even though I'm focusing on that now. I did that. I decided to drink that day when I wasn't feeling well. It's all on me.â€
Quotes via MMA Junkie
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Gable Steveson's coach Greg Jackson has given his thoughts on the youngster's future ahead of his UFC debut this weekend.
On Saturday night at UFC 329, Gable Steveson will make his first appearance for the Ultimate Fighting Championship when he goes up against Elisha Ellison in a fight that many expect him to win fairly convincingly.
RELATED: Jon Jones reopens the door to UFC comeback after coaching Gable Steveson
Of course, you can never be too sure about someone's ability to translate to the UFC level, but Steveson has the backing of some real greats in the mixed martial arts world – including the likes of Greg Jackson and, perhaps more notably, UFC legend Jon Jones.
In a recent episode of Embedded, Jackson made it crystal clear that he believes Steveson can go far in the promotion.
Jackson praises Steveson's potential
“I think, if you're a fan, you're gonna need to tune in to see what can this guy do,†Jackson said on UFC 329 “Embedded.†“He already won the Olympic gold medal at heavyweight in wrestling. That is so hard to do, I can't even tell you. Where is the ceiling? What can he accomplish? What can he do?â€
“I've worked with most of the greatest fighters to ever do this game, and his athletic ability is unprecedented,†Jackson said. “The way he thinks about things, how smart he is, how coachable, you need to tune in now to see where the ceiling for this guy is. He might be redefining what this sport is.â€
Quotes via MMA Junkie
There's a lot of talk – and now, it's all about seeing if Gable can walk the walk on the biggest stage imaginable.
Do you believe that Gable Steveson will one day become UFC heavyweight champion? Let us know your thoughts on this in the comments below, BJPENN Nation!
Gable Steveson's coach Greg Jackson has given his thoughts on the youngster's future ahead of his UFC debut this weekend.
On Saturday night at UFC 329, Gable Steveson will make his first appearance for the Ultimate Fighting Championship when he goes up against Elisha Ellison in a fight that many expect him to win fairly convincingly.
RELATED: Jon Jones reopens the door to UFC comeback after coaching Gable Steveson
Of course, you can never be too sure about someone's ability to translate to the UFC level, but Steveson has the backing of some real greats in the mixed martial arts world – including the likes of Greg Jackson and, perhaps more notably, UFC legend Jon Jones.
In a recent episode of Embedded, Jackson made it crystal clear that he believes Steveson can go far in the promotion.
Jackson praises Steveson's potential
“I think, if you're a fan, you're gonna need to tune in to see what can this guy do,†Jackson said on UFC 329 “Embedded.†“He already won the Olympic gold medal at heavyweight in wrestling. That is so hard to do, I can't even tell you. Where is the ceiling? What can he accomplish? What can he do?â€
“I've worked with most of the greatest fighters to ever do this game, and his athletic ability is unprecedented,†Jackson said. “The way he thinks about things, how smart he is, how coachable, you need to tune in now to see where the ceiling for this guy is. He might be redefining what this sport is.â€
Quotes via MMA Junkie
There's a lot of talk – and now, it's all about seeing if Gable can walk the walk on the biggest stage imaginable.
Do you believe that Gable Steveson will one day become UFC heavyweight champion? Let us know your thoughts on this in the comments below, BJPENN Nation!
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