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Ernesto Rodriguez

"Starboy"
11-2-0PFL #7WelterweightCubaCubaLast 5
Amateur MMA 4-0

Last fight: Loss vs Thad Jean · TKO · Jul 25, 2026

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vs Rhys McKee
PFLPFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy·
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CAREER SUMMARY

Ernesto Rodriguez holds a professional MMA record of 11-2-0. Rodriguez has won 11 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 7 by decision. Of 2 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. Most recent fight: July 25, 2026. Tracked organizations: PFL.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
74"188 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Aug 9, 1997
Age
29
Nationality
Cuba
Birthplace
Las Vegas, Nevada, Cuba

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Xtreme Couture

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 11-2-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.49per min
61% accuracy
Strikes absorbed6.78per min
18% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed5.95per 15 min
85% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts1.6per 15 min

Where they rank

All-time boards where Ernesto Rodriguez sits in the top 25.

Related fighters

Recent & upcoming opponents

Upcoming

  1. PFLPFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy
    vs Rhys McKeeWelterweight

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Thad JeanTitle bout
    PFL Washington DC: Jean vs Rodriguez· Jul 25, 2026· Welterweight· 11-2 vs 12-0
    TKO
    R3 · 2:44
  2. WIN
    vs Masayuki Kikuiri
    PFL Pittsburgh: Eblen vs Battle· Mar 28, 2026· Welterweight· 11-1 vs 11-4-1
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  3. WIN
    vs Mahmoud Fawzy Sebie×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Tuff-N-Uff 143· Apr 25, 2025· Welterweight· 10-1 vs 5-3
    TKO
    R1 · 3:34
  4. WIN
    vs Alexandre Almeida
    Tuff-N-Uff 139· Oct 11, 2024· Welterweight· 9-1 vs 21-12
    UD
  5. WIN
    vs Edson Marques
    Tuff-N-Uff 135· Feb 2, 2024· Welterweight· 8-1 vs 11-3
    TKO
    R2 · 1:44
  6. WIN
    vs Troy Green
    Urijah Faber's A1 Combat 12· Jul 22, 2023· Welterweight· 7-1 vs 6-2
    DEC
  7. WIN
    vs James Cannon
    Tuff-N-Uff 131· Mar 3, 2023· Catchweight· 6-1 vs 8-7
    SUB
    R1 · 1:52
  8. WIN
    vs Jeffrey Craig
    LFA 148: Leyva vs. Brown· Dec 9, 2022· Welterweight· 5-1 vs 3-1
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Will Gibson
    Tuff-N-Uff 129· Aug 12, 2022· Welterweight· 4-1 vs 1-1
    UD
  10. WIN
    vs Kevin Crane
    Tuff-N-Uff 127· Mar 4, 2022· Catchweight· 3-1 vs 1-1
    UD
  11. LOSS
    vs Richie Lewis
    Titan FC 71· Aug 6, 2021· Lightweight· 2-1 vs 2-0
    TKO
    R2 · 2:57
  12. WIN
    vs Austin Wourms
    RUF MMA 40: Ft Road to ONE· Apr 25, 2021· Lightweight· 2-0 vs 2-3
    TKO
    R1 · 1:48
  13. WIN
    vs Dylan Forzani
    MTF 22: St. George· Feb 13, 2021· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    UD

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Official PFL Ranking

Ernesto Rodriguez's standing in the official PFL rankings.

Current
#7 Welterweight
Peak
#7 Welterweight
First ranked
Apr 15, 2026
Times ranked
7

Welterweight

#1#5#10#15Apr 15, 2026 · #10Jul 9, 2026 · #8Aug 11, 2026 · #7Sep 9, 2026 · #7#7

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1697▼25
Peak
1722Mar 28, 2026
Rated fights
13
15001600170020222023202420252026Feb 13, 2021 · 1528Apr 25, 2021 · 1565Aug 6, 2021 · 1512Mar 4, 2022 · 1542Aug 12, 2022 · 1569Dec 9, 2022 · 1610Mar 3, 2023 · 1628Jul 22, 2023 · 1644Feb 2, 2024 · 1668Oct 11, 2024 · 1679Apr 25, 2025 · 1701Mar 28, 2026 · 1722Jul 26, 2026 · 16971697

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Frequently asked questions

When does Ernesto Rodriguez fight next?

Ernesto Rodriguez fights Rhys McKee on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at PFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy.

What is Ernesto Rodriguez's record?

Ernesto Rodriguez's professional MMA record is 11-2-0.

Who is Ernesto Rodriguez fighting next?

Ernesto Rodriguez's next opponent is Rhys McKee at PFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy.

Who did Ernesto Rodriguez fight last?

Ernesto Rodriguez most recently fought Thad Jean at PFL Washington DC: Jean vs Rodriguez on Saturday, July 25, 2026, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Ernesto Rodriguez fight in?

Ernesto Rodriguez fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Ernesto Rodriguez have?

Ernesto Rodriguez has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Ernesto Rodriguez?

Ernesto Rodriguez is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Ernesto Rodriguez weigh?

Ernesto Rodriguez weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Ernesto Rodriguez's reach?

Ernesto Rodriguez has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Ernesto Rodriguez?

Ernesto Rodriguez is 29 years old (born Aug 9, 1997).

Where is Ernesto Rodriguez from?

Ernesto Rodriguez is from Cuba.

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