Thad Jean faces Ernesto Rodriguez for PFL welterweight title in D.C
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Thad Jean will compete against Ernesto Rodriguez for the vacant PFL welterweight title at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C. on July 25, 2026. Jean was initially set to face Shamil Musaev, who withdrew from the bout, leading to Rodriguez stepping in on short notice. The preliminary card will start at 8 p.m. ET, followed by the main card at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN. This matchup is part of the PFL D.C. event.
- •Thad Jean previously won the welterweight title in 2025.
- •Ernesto Rodriguez is a late-notice replacement for Shamil Musaev.
- •The event takes place on July 25 at CareFirst Arena.
- •Preliminary fights start at 8 p.m. ET; main card at 10 p.m. ET.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — PFL D.C. Results: Jean vs. Rodriguez
"Thad Jean, Ernesto Rodriguez fight for the vacant welterweight title at PFL D.C.
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