Arman Tsarukyan prepares for fight at UFC 331 in Los Angeles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
UFC 331 takes place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on September 17, 2026. Flyweight champion Joshua Van will defend his title against Alexandre Pantoja, marking a significant rematch following their controversial first encounter. In the co-main event, Arman Tsarukyan is set to face Mauricio Ruffy, aiming for a title shot after a strong recent performance of 10 wins in his last 11 fights. Analysts are discussing the magnitude of the Van-Pantoja match and Tsarukyan's prospects in the division, emphasizing the potential for Van to emerge as a major star in the UFC.
- •UFC 331 occurs on September 17, 2026, in Los Angeles.
- •Joshua Van defends his flyweight title against Alexandre Pantoja.
- •Arman Tsarukyan faces Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main event.
- •Van and Pantoja's first fight ended controversially.
- •Analysts debate the historical significance of the title match.
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"Is Tsarukyan setting himself up for another disappointment? Is Joshua Van's flyweight title defense against Alexandre Pantoja the biggest in the division's history? Let's discuss.
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