UFC 331: Van and Pantoja Predict Finishes in Flyweight Title Rematch

Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja are set to face off in a flyweight title rematch at UFC 331 on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

Van, the current champion, expressed confidence in finishing Pantoja within three rounds, citing a specific weakness he has identified in Pantoja's fighting style. He mentioned his comfort with grappling, referencing his recent match against Tatsuro Taira as evidence of his skills on the mat.

Pantoja's coach, Anderson Franca, anticipates a fourth-round finish for Pantoja, highlighting the fighter's preparation and conditioning for the bout. Pantoja has opted to focus solely on the fight, foregoing promotional activities, and aims to surprise Van with his striking capabilities. This rematch follows Van's earlier victory over Pantoja for the title earlier this year, with both fighters now preparing on short notice due to a schedule change.