Thad Jean earns stoppage win in PFL welterweight title fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 2:38 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Thad Jean faced Ernesto Rodriguez in the main event of PFL Washington D.C. on July 26, 2026, securing a stoppage victory in the third round. Rodriguez stepped in on short notice after Shamil Musaev withdrew. Jean survived a knockdown in the second round before dominating the exhausted Rodriguez. PFL CEO John Martin lauded both fighters for their preparations and indicated that a title defense against Musaev is next on Jean's agenda. Other highlights from the event included strong performances from Nkosi Ndebele and Eliezer Kubanza, showcasing African talent in mixed martial arts.
- •Thad Jean wins vacant welterweight title against Ernesto Rodriguez
- •Rodriguez took the fight with 48 hours' notice
- •Jean survived a knockdown before finishing Rodriguez
- •CEO John Martin suggests Musaev for Jean's first title defense
- •PFL Washington featured strong performances from several fighters
- 2:38 AMYahoo Sports — PFL CEO John Martin already has Thad Jean's first title defense in mind
"Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin saw several fighters make a statement at PFL Washington D.C.
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