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Van vs. Pantoja: Flyweight Title Bout Ignites L.A.
19 Sep
Summary
- Joshua Van defends his flyweight title against Alexandre Pantoja.
- UFC 331 takes place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
- Paramount+ is the streaming service for UFC 331.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship's UFC 331 event is set to captivate fight fans as it makes its way to Los Angeles, California. The main event features a compelling flyweight title showdown between the current champion, Joshua Van, and the determined challenger, Alexandre Pantoja. This five-round bout is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 19, at the Crypto.com Arena.
Joshua Van, who has held the flyweight championship belt for nearly a year after a swift victory over Pantoja in late 2025, is considered the favorite. However, Alexandre Pantoja is eager to reclaim the title and has been preparing to make a strong comeback. The event is scheduled to begin with early prelims at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.
Fans looking to watch UFC 331 can stream the event live on Paramount+. The service offers access to all UFC events, including this title fight, with subscription plans starting at $8.99 per month. Alternatively, a clever workaround for accessing Paramount+ for UFC 331 involves subscribing to Walmart+ for $1, which includes Paramount+ as a perk. DirecTV's "Premier" Package also provides access to Paramount+ and over 185 channels for $139.99 for the first month.
