Edwards vs Silveira: PFL Middleweight Final Result & Rosta Matchup
Fabian Edwards decisively secured his place in the PFL middleweight final,triumphing over Josh Silveira after a compelling match. Edwards’s victory showcased his strong boxing and takedown defense, setting the stage for an exciting championship bout against Dalton Rosta on August 21st. The judges unanimously scored the fight in favor of Edwards. Moreover, the article highlights key developments in other weight classes, including Oleg Popov and Alexandr Romanov’s advancement to the heavyweight final, plus Antonio Carlos Jr. and Sullivan Cauley’s qualification. News Directory 3 delivers comprehensive coverage of the PFL tournament. Discover what’s next in the championship chase.
Edwards Defines Role, Advances to PFL Middleweight Final
Updated June 28, 2025
Fabian Edwards (15-4) secured his place in the 2025 PFL middleweight finals Friday, defeating Josh Silveira (14-5) by decision at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. Edwards, the brother of former UFC champion Leon Edwards, showcased strong boxing and takedown defence in the three-round fight. The judges’ scorecards all read 29-28 in favor of Edwards.
Edwards will now face Dalton Rosta (11-1) on Aug. 21. Rosta,hailing from Pennsylvania,earned his spot with a split-decision victory over Aaron Jeffery on Friday.
The victory marks a significant step for Edwards, who previously challenged johnny Eblen for the Bellator MMA middleweight championship in both 2023 and 2024. Despite those losses, the 32-year-old remains a top contender in the 185-pound division. He reached Friday’s semifinal by defeating Impa Kasanganay, the 2023 PFL light heavyweight champion.
in other action Friday, Oleg Popov (21-2) and Alexandr Romanov (19-3) advanced to the heavyweight final. Romanov’s advancement came after his fight against Valentin Moldavsky ended in a no-contest due to an accidental groin strike. Under PFL rules, the judges scored the fight for advancement purposes, siding with Romanov.
Antonio Carlos Jr.(18-6) and Sullivan Cauley (8-1) also secured spots in the light heavyweight final. Cauley, considered an