PFL Austin card updated with two matchup changes ahead of event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 7:08 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The Professional Fighters League has confirmed changes to the PFL Austin card set for July 18 at Moody Center in Texas. Levy Saul Marroquin is out, leading to Joey Ruquet's matchup against former champion Jesus Pinedo. Sergio Pettis's injury also affected the card; Rafael do Nascimento will now face Lewis McGrillene-Evans. The main event features Johnny Eblen against Impa Kasanganay for the interim middleweight championship, following Costello van Steenis's withdrawal due to injury. The event begins with prelims at 5:30 PM ET, leading into the main card at 8 PM ET on ESPN.
- •PFL Austin takes place on July 18 at Moody Center.
- •Joey Ruquet will fight Jesus Pinedo after Marroquin's withdrawal.
- •Rafael do Nascimento replaces Sergio Pettis to face Lewis McGrillene-Evans.
- •Johnny Eblen competes against Impa Kasanganay in the main event.
- •Prelims start at 5:30 PM ET, main card follows at 8 PM ET.
- 7:08 AMYahoo Sports — PFL Austin card updated after injuries force two matchup changes
"The Professional Fighters League has finalized the lineup for its upcoming event in Austin, Texas, with one late change to the main card.
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