Van Defends in a Thriller, Tsarukyan Stamps Lightweight Title Bid
UFC 331 in Los Angeles delivered nonstop action: Joshua Van defended his flyweight title in a gripping five-round war with Alexandre Pantoja, showing improved technique and durability. Arman Tsarukyan steamrolled Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main, earning a likely lightweight title shot with his sixth straight win. The night also featured a stunning upset as Gable Steveson was knocked out by Sean Sharaf, plus several undercard performances that kept the crowd buzzing from start to finish.