Johnny Eblen reacts to Costello van Steenis pulling out of PFL Austin fight

Johnny Eblen was set to compete against Costello van Steenis on July 18 at PFL Austin but will now face Impa Kasanganay due to van Steenis' withdrawal from the match due to injury. Eblen expressed frustration, stating that he believed van Steenis could have fought and suggested that the injury was not serious enough to prevent competition. Eblen is seeking to avenge a previous loss to van Steenis from July 2025. The fight will be for the interim title, with plans for Eblen to pursue an undisputed title unification afterward.

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