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PFL Charlotte results: Bryan Battle edges Dalton Rosta in hometown win
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Key Points:
- Bryan Battle secured his first PFL win by defeating Dalton Rosta via split decision at PFL Charlotte, held at Bojangles Coliseum in his hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Battle overcame early struggles in the first round with Rosta's grappling but dominated the second and third rounds by defending takedowns and landing effective strikes.
- This victory improves Battle's recent MMA record to 5-1 and marks a comeback after a submission loss to interim PFL middleweight champion Johnny Eblen in March.
- Battle, known as "The Butcher," was released from the UFC in August 2025 due to weight issues despite a strong 7-1 UFC record.
- Dalton Rosta is now on a three-fight losing streak, having previously suffered knockout losses to former PFL champions Impa Kasanganay and Fabian Edwards.
