PFL Madrid: Van Steenis vs. Edwards 2

Costello van Steenis

Costello van Steenis, known as "The Spaniard," is a Dutch-Spanish mixed martial artist with a professional record of 17 wins and 3 losses. Competing in the PFL middleweight division, he is the inaugural PFL Middleweight World Champion. His fighting style is characterized by dynamic striking and elite grappling, with 13 of his victories coming by way of finish. His recent career highlights include capturing the PFL title with a fifth-round submission victory over Johnny Eblen in July 2025. This performance followed a spectacular first-round knockout win via head kick against Joao Dantas in November 2024 and a second-round submission victory over Gregory Babene earlier that same year.

Fabian Edwards

Record: 16-4-0 Organization: PFL (Professional Fighters League) Style: Southpaw / Kickboxing Fabian Edwards is the 2025 PFL Middleweight Tournament Champion and a top contender in the 185 lbs division. Known for his technical striking and exceptional distance control, he earned his way to the top with a championship-winning head kick knockout against Dalton Rosta in August 2025. This followed a unanimous decision victory over Josh Silveira and a technical knockout win against Impa Kasanganay. Previously a standout in Bellator, he holds notable wins over legends like Lyoto Machida and Gegard Mousasi.

Ádám Borics

Hungarian mixed martial artist Ádám Borics holds a professional record of 20 wins and 3 losses, competing in the featherweight division. A high-level striker with a background in Muay Thai and a black belt in Kenpō, he became a top contender in Bellator before joining the PFL. His recent activity includes a 2024 season victory over Enrique Barzola and a decision win against Jeremy Kennedy in 2025, following a title challenge against Patrício Pitbull in late 2022.

AJ McKee Jr.

Record: 23-2-0. A prominent American mixed martial artist and former Bellator Featherweight World Champion. Known for his "Mercenary" moniker, he possesses a versatile fighting style that combines high-level wrestling with creative submissions and explosive striking. He notably won the Bellator Featherweight World Grand Prix in 2021, securing a million-dollar prize. His recent performances include a unanimous decision victory over Akhmed Magomedov in July 2025 and an earlier first-round armbar submission of Clay Collard. Though he recently faced a narrow split-decision loss to Paul Hughes, he remains a top contender in both the featherweight and lightweight divisions, continuing to demonstrate his status as one of the most well-rounded athletes in the sport.

Franco Tenaglia

Argentina-born Franco Tenaglia is a professional MMA fighter and bare-knuckle boxer with a record of 5 wins and 2 losses in MMA. He is the current BKFC Lightweight World Champion, a title he earned in October 2024 through a majority decision victory over Tony Soto. Known for his "El Rey de la Calle" (King of the Streets) moniker, his fighting style is defined by high-intensity pressure and a resilient mindset forged in high-stakes underground matches.

Yassin Najid

Yassin Najid is a French mixed martial artist competing in the welterweight division. With a professional record of 9 wins and 5 losses (as of March 2024), he is a specialist in submission grappling, particularly known for his proficiency in chokes. He has competed in several major organizations including the PFL (Professional Fighters League) Europe and UAE Warriors. His recent career highlights include competing at PFL Europe 1 in March 2024. Prior to that, he secured a technical submission victory via a rare Von Flue choke at UAE Warriors 23, demonstrating his high-level grappling IQ. Known by the nickname "The Scientist," he brings a technical approach to the cage, often seeking to neutralize opponents on the ground where the majority of his career victories have been earned by submission.

Jacinta Austin

Record: 8-2-0 Organization: Eternal MMA, UAE Warriors, OKTAGON MMA Fighting Style: Mixed Martial Arts (Grappling, Muay Thai) Jacinta Austin, known as "The Juggernaut," is an Australian fighter with a background in kickboxing and Muay Thai. A multi-organization champion, she secured the Eternal MMA flyweight title in May 2024 and the UAE Warriors strawweight title in October 2024. Her recent results include a split decision victory over Valentina Escobar, a unanimous decision win against Amena Hadaya, and a points victory over Karolina Wójcik.

Benita van Rooij

Record: 7-1-0 Nationality: Netherlands Organization: UAE Warriors, Levels Fight League (LFL) Fighting Style: Kickboxing / Grappling Benita van Rooij is a strawweight contender known for her high-pressure "Dutch style" kickboxing and opportunistic submission skills. She began her professional career with a dominant six-fight win streak, frequently finishing opponents in the second round via rear-naked choke. Recently, she secured a victory at UAE Warriors 67 in February 2026, bouncing back from her first career loss in a title bout. She is recognized for her aggressive pace and resilient fighting spirit.

Linton Vassell

Linton Vassell is a British heavyweight competing in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), having previously established himself as a top contender in Bellator. With a record of 25-10, "The Swarm" is known for a well-rounded game that combines powerful wrestling and grappling with effective striking. His recent performances include a split decision victory in a high-stakes trilogy bout against Valentin Moldavsky and a competitive showing in the 2024 PFL heavyweight semifinals.

Jose Augusto

Jose Augusto, widely known as "Gugu," is a Brazilian mixed martial artist with a professional record of 11 wins and 5 losses. Standing 6'3" and competing in the heavyweight and light heavyweight divisions, he is recognized for his finishing ability and aggressive striking. After establishing himself in Bellator MMA, where he notably faced elite competition on short notice, he transitioned to other major organizations including Rizin and the PFL. His recent competitive history reflects his experience against top-tier opponents across the globe. In 2025, he competed in Rizin, suffering a decision loss to Marek Samociuk in July after securing a unanimous decision victory over Tsuyoshi Sudario in May. Prior to his tenure in Japan, he earned back-to-back victories in the LFA, defeating Edivan Santos by second-round TKO and Richard Jacobi by unanimous decision.

Luciano Pereira

Luciano Pereira, known as "El Torito," is a bantamweight mixed martial artist from Uruguay with a professional record of 15 wins and 1 loss. Fighting out of Salto, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the South American regional circuit, capturing a flyweight championship in Samurai Fight House. Known for a forward-pressing style with heavy striking and a capable ground game, he recently secured a first-round knockout victory via right hook in November 2025.

Kevin Cordero

Kevin Cordero is a professional MMA fighter from Spain with a record of 15 wins and 5 losses. Competing primarily in the bantamweight and featherweight divisions, he is known for a high finishing rate, utilizing a balanced mix of submissions and knockout power. His recent performance includes a spectacular flying knee TKO victory against Adriano Ramos in June 2024. Prior to that, he faced tough challenges in Brave CF and is scheduled to compete in PFL Madrid in March 2026.

Rafael Calderon

Record: 6–2–0 Organization: WOW (Way of Warrior) / PFL Style: Judo-based Mixed Martial Arts Rafael Calderon is a top flyweight from Spain who transitioned to professional MMA following an illustrious amateur career. Known for his technical grappling foundation, he has achieved significant success in regional promotions. Recently, he faced a setback against Davi Santos in September 2024 but previously secured back-to-back unanimous decision victories over Denilson Abadie and Nicola Chessa earlier that same year.

Borja Garcia

Borja Garcia, known by the nickname "El Aguila" (The Eagle), is a Spanish flyweight fighter with a professional record of 6-2-0. Born in Asturias, he has competed in various organizations including Hexagone MMA and WAR MMA, where he has held championship titles. In his most recent bout in December 2025, he secured a first-round victory via rear-naked choke against Alessio Barbara. This followed a split-decision result in a five-round title showdown against Ahmed El Idrissi in August 2025.

Gino van Steenis

Gino van Steenis is a Spanish lightweight fighter with a professional record of 7 wins and 2 losses. Competing in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), he is known as "The Ghost Assassin" and is recognized for his technical striking, speed, and effective use of heavy kicks. He fights with a calculated approach, often overwhelming opponents with high-pressure offense and a sharp lead jab. In his most recent outing in December 2025, he secured a victory over Ronny Carrillo via a second-round knockout. Previously, he faced a setback against Connor Hughes at PFL Europe 3 in September 2025 but quickly returned to the win column. Earlier that year, he earned a hard-fought decision win against Decky McAleenan in his PFL Europe debut, demonstrating his ability to maintain control and composure throughout three rounds.

Mark Ewen

Mark Ewen is a Scottish lightweight fighter with a professional record of 7-2-0. Known for his balanced and aggressive style, he is a well-rounded mixed martial artist with a high finish rate, securing victories through both knockouts and submissions. Competing on major stages such as the PFL and Bellator, he recently earned a first-round submission win via D'Arce choke against Sebastien Di Franco in September 2025.

Ernesto Schisano

Ernesto Schisano, known by the nickname "El Potro," is an Italian bantamweight fighter with a professional record of 5 wins and 1 loss. Competing primarily in Spanish organizations like WOW (Way of Warrior) and WAR MMA, he has built a reputation as a dangerous finisher, with a significant portion of his victories coming by way of knockout in the first round. He recently signed with the PFL (Professional Fighters League) to compete on their European stage. His recent performances include a first-round victory over Josenildo Pantoja via ground strikes in December 2025 and a notable flying knee knockout against Hudson Melo in early 2025. Despite a decision loss in mid-2025, Schisano quickly returned to his winning ways, demonstrating a highly explosive and aggressive striking style. He is characterized by his high fight IQ and the ability to maintain composure while navigating the chaotic nature of a high-stakes bout.

Mattia Giordano

Mattia Giordano, known by the nickname "El Humilde," is a bantamweight MMA fighter from Spain with a professional record of 4-2-0. Standing 5'9", he is recognized for a well-rounded skillset and has competed in organizations such as the PFL (Professional Fighters League) and WOW. His recent performances highlight a high finishing rate, including a first-round ground-and-pound victory in December 2025 and a first-round knockout in July 2025.

David Mora

David Mora is a versatile Spanish mixed martial artist with a professional record of 10-6-0. Standing 6'0" (184 cm), he has competed across multiple weight classes from lightweight to welterweight and has also transitioned into bare-knuckle boxing. A former AFL Lightweight Champion, Mora is known for a high finishing rate, with many of his victories coming by way of knockout. His recent career includes a first-round victory via doctor stoppage against Maxsuel Silva and a championship appearance in the War Madrid promotion.

Claudio Pacella

Record: 6-3-0 Organization: PFL (Professional Fighters League) Fighting Style: MMA (Judo Black Belt) Claudio Pacella is an Italian lightweight fighter known for his resilient striking and clinch work. Competing in PFL Europe, he reached the 2025 tournament semifinals after a notable unanimous decision win against veteran Gavin Hughes in Belfast. His recent form includes back-to-back decision victories over Oscar Ownsworth and Mark Ewen, though he most recently fell in a hard-fought split decision against Aleksandr Chizov in September 2025.

Ignacio Campos

Ignacio "Nacho" Campos is a rising Spanish featherweight prospect currently competing in the Professional Fighters League (PFL). He holds a professional record of 6-2-0 and is known for an aggressive fighting style characterized by rapid starts and significant finishing power. A large majority of his victories have come by way of knockout or submission, with multiple first-round finishes to his credit. His professional career began in March 2023, and he quickly established himself as a top talent in Spain’s MMA scene. In his most recent bouts, he secured a triangle choke submission victory over Henry Escalona in April 2025, though he later faced a setback against Nikolay Grozdev in June 2025. He is recognized for his ability to overwhelm opponents early in the cage.

Mathys Duragrin

Mathys Duragrin is a featherweight fighter from France with a professional record of 4-2-0. Competing in the PFL, he is known as a well-rounded mixed martial artist who transitions seamlessly between striking and grappling. His most recent performances include a hard-fought decision against Ibragim Ibragimov and a dominant victory over Yassin Chtatou, where he controlled the action with effective ground-and-pound and various kicking techniques.