UFC 331: Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja Rematch Highlights Key Storylines

The UFC is set to return to downtown Los Angeles for UFC 331, featuring a flyweight title rematch between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja at Crypto.com Arena. This event marks the first UFC event in the area since UFC 227 in 2018.

Joshua Van, the current champion with a record of 17-2, will defend his title against former champion Alexandre Pantoja, who has a record of 30-6. Their previous encounter at UFC 323 ended in a first-round TKO due to an elbow injury to Pantoja just 26 seconds into the fight.

In addition to the main event, the co-main features lightweights Arman Tsarukyan and Mauricio Ruffy, both vying for a potential title shot. Other notable matchups include Patricio Pitbull against Doo-ho Choi, Gable Steveson continuing his heavyweight journey, and Tai Tuivasa facing Robelis Despaigne in what may be a critical fight for his career.