Joshua Van Defeats Alexandre Pantoja in Rematch at UFC 331
At UFC 331, Flyweight Champion Joshua Van defeated former champion Alexandre Pantoja over five rounds in a rematch, asserting his title's legitimacy.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, September 19, 2026 — UFC 331 hosted a significant flyweight championship bout where the current champion, Joshua Van, successfully defended his title against former titleholder Alexandre Pantoja. The championship contest spanned the full five rounds, culminating in Van’s victory.
The rematch between Van and Pantoja was a key event on the UFC 331 card. Joshua Van, holding the Flyweight Championship, faced Alexandre Pantoja, a former champion in the same division. The fight went the distance, with both athletes competing over five rounds.
The outcome saw Joshua Van emerge victorious, solidifying his status as the reigning Flyweight Champion. The win in this rematch with Pantoja is viewed as a confirmation of Van’s legitimacy as the division’s top fighter.
Further details regarding the specific circumstances of the fight, such as significant moments, judges’ scorecards, or fighter performance analyses beyond the win/loss outcome, were not provided in the summary. Similarly, information about any subsequent events, reactions from the fighters or the organization, or plans for future bouts for either competitor is not available.
The summary also does not specify the location or date of UFC 331, nor does it detail the historical context of the rematch beyond Pantoja’s status as a former champion.
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