UFC 331: Van vs. Pantoja 2 Set to Electrify Los Angeles
UFC 331 is set to take place at the com Arena in Los Angeles, California, United States, and will be headlined by a highly anticipated flyweight title rematch between champion Joshua Van and former champion Alexandre Pantoja. Van (17-2 MMA, 10-1 UFC) captured the belt by defeating Pantoja (30-6 MMA, 14-4 UFC) and now looks to defend it for the first time against the man he dethroned. Pantoja returns to action for the first time since suffering an injury in their initial encounter, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this five-round championship clash.
In the co-main event, a pivotal lightweight bout between Arman Tsarukyan (23-3) and Maurício Ruffy (14-2) will unfold. Tsarukyan, a perennial contender, aims to solidify his status as a future title challenger, while Ruffy seeks a signature win to catapult himself into the upper echelon of the division. The main card also features a lightweight rematch between former title challenger Renato Moicano and former featherweight title challenger Brian Ortega, though the bout was later scheduled for the main card. Additionally, a flyweight title bout between Amanda Nunes and an opponent is set for UFC 324’s co-main event, as reported by multiple sources.
The rest of the card is stacked with compelling matchups. Former Bellator champion Patricio Freire (37-9) takes on Doo Ho Choi (17-4-1) in a featherweight contest. Light heavyweight contenders Alonzo Menifield (18-6-1) and undefeated Iwo Baraniewski (9-0) collide, while heavyweight standout Gable Steveson (4-0) faces Sean Sharaf (4-2).
Shimanta Das 
