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UFC 331 features key matchups including Tsarukyan and Gaethje

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 1:39 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

UFC 331 features key matchups including Tsarukyan and Gaethje
Summary

UFC 331 took place on September 19, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The event was headlined by Joshua Van's decisive decision victory over Alexandre Pantoja, solidifying his flyweight title reign. Arman Tsarukyan achieved a knockout win against Mauricio Ruffy, positioning himself as a leading contender for a title shot. Potential matchups post-event include Tsarukyan fighting Justin Gaethje, while Van may face Manel Kape, who has won four consecutive bouts by knockout. Marlon Vera also scored a knockout victory, suggesting a matchup with Umar Nurmagomedov could be on the horizon.

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  • •Joshua Van wins by decision over Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 331.
  • •Arman Tsarukyan knocks out Mauricio Ruffy, eyes title shot.
  • •Marlon Vera earns knockout victory against Charles Jourdain.
  • •Possible next fight for Tsarukyan against Justin Gaethje.
  • •Manel Kape likely matchup for flyweight champion Van.
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  • 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — 6 Fights We Need After UFC 331, Including Arman Tsarukyan vs. Justin Gaethje Title Bout
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On Saturday night, the UFC returned to Paramount+ for their latest numbered event, UFC 331. The card inside Crypto.com Arena […]

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