Bryan Battle discusses personal struggles before PFL debut fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:19 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Bryan Battle revealed personal challenges ahead of his Professional Fighters League debut against Johnny Eblen on March 24. He cited his divorce and exit from the UFC as significant factors affecting his preparation. Battle was submitted in the first round by Eblen and has since learned the importance of focus and commitment. He is set to face Dalton Rosta in his next match on August 7 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- •Battle faced Eblen on March 24, losing by submission in the first round.
- •He attributed training issues to personal distractions from his divorce and UFC departure.
- •Battle prepares for a match against Dalton Rosta on August 7 in Charlotte.
- •He previously gained his UFC contract by winning The Ultimate Fighter in 2021.
- 3:19 AMYahoo Sports — Bryan Battle says divorce, UFC exit hurt preparation before PFL debut
"Bryan Battle has opened up about dealing with personal issues ahead of his Professional Fighters League debut.
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