{
  "id": 8959083,
  "title": "Dana White Hails Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja 2 as the Greatest Grudge Match in UFC History",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/dana-white-hails-joshua-van-vs-alexandre-pantoja-2-as-the-greatest",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T16:41:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dana-white-hails-joshua-van-164123282.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "UFC 331 showcased Joshua Van's dominance as he secured a decision win over Alexandre Pantoja, solidifying his position as the flyweight champion. Since his victory at UFC 323, Van has proven his mettle by silencing his critics, showcasing his heart and skill in wins against top contenders like Tatsuro Taira. He rose to prominence at a crucial time for the 125-pound division, which had long struggled for relevance amidst doubts about its marketability. UFC CEO Dana White praised Van's impact on the division, calling him the greatest thing for that division. White marveled at Van's evolution, particularly his takedown defense and escape from mount, noting how much he has improved with each fight. Moreover, the intense rivalry between Van and Pantoja translated into an electrifying main event, making it arguably the greatest grudge match in UFC history. This victory not only strengthens Van's legacy but also bodes well for the future of the flyweight division, which has seen significant uncertainty in recent years.",
  "summary": "UFC 331 main event between Alexandre Pantoja and Joshua Van delivered big time and Dana White was naturally elated after the event.",
  "key_points": [
    "Joshua Van wins decision over Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 331.",
    "Dana White hails Van as greatest thing for flyweight division.",
    "Van vs. Pantoja rivalry makes greatest grudge match in UFC history."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}