Fabian Edwards Wins PFL Middleweight Title with Head Kick KO in Hollywood

Fabian Edwards won the 2025 PFL Middleweight World Tournament by knocking out Dalton Rosta with a head kick in the third round, mirroring the exact knockout technique his brother Leon Edwards used to win the UFC welterweight title almost exactly three years prior. The fight, held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, saw Rosta start strong with wrestling and pressure, but he tired in the third round, allowing Fabian to capitalize with a mix of leg and body kicks before landing the decisive head kick. Fabian, who had earlier defeated Impa Kasanganay and Josh Silveira in the tournament, celebrated his victory alongside Leon, calling it "Team Headshot, Dead" and reflecting on his journey from a previous championship loss to becoming a PFL champion. Rosta's loss marked the first time he had been stopped in his career, ending his three-fight winning streak. The knockout is expected to be a highlight moment in Fabian's career, symbolizing both his resilience and striking prowess. This victory also brings a notable familial parallel in MMA history with the brothers' similar championship-winning head kick knockouts.