Ernesto Rodriguez

3 stories covering Ernesto Rodriguez — news, results and analysis.

Thad Jean celebrates a PFL victory inside the cage

Thad Jean Survives a War With Ernesto Rodriguez to Grab PFL Welterweight Gold

A 48-hour replacement nearly pulled off the upset before Jean's third-round ground assault forced a TKO at 2:44 to claim the belt.

Jul 26, 2026

An MMA cage under arena lights before a fight card

UFC

Thad Jean Wants Two PFL Belts — and He's Already Naming Names Before Washington

The 2025 PFL welterweight tournament winner fights Ernesto Rodriguez for the vacant 170-pound title Saturday — and he's already eyeing the 185-pound crown.

Jul 25, 2026

An MMA fighter celebrating inside a lit cage after a title fight

UFC

Thad Jean Wins Vacant PFL Welterweight Title vs Late Replacement

Ernesto Rodriguez stepped up from the undercard on days' notice after Shamil Musaev withdrew, handing 2025 champ Thad Jean a shot at gold in D.C.

Jul 25, 2026