Van and Pantoja set for long-awaited rematch at UFC 331 in Los Angeles
UFC 331 will take place Saturday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, featuring a flyweight championship rematch between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja. The first encounter, at UFC 323 in December, ended with Van winning via technical knockout after Pantoja suffered a severe arm and elbow injury. This rematch carries more intrigue than the initial fight due to the uncertainty surrounding Van's potential to defeat Pantoja decisively.
Van, a 24-year-old from Houston, boasts a 17-2 record and a 7-fight winning streak, while Pantoja, a Brazilian ranked No. 1 in flyweight and No. 13 overall, holds an impressive 30-6 record with notable victories over top contenders. The matchup promises an exciting tactical battle between Van's speed and combination striking and Pantoja's experience, grappling, and five-round endurance.
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