The UFC’s latest numbered event, UFC 331: Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja 2, took place Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
The event has already produced major headlines, including a successful flyweight title defense by Joshua Van and a first-round knockout by Arman Tsarukyan. Meanwhile, the UFC has already announced a major future card featuring Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit and Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes at Madison Square Garden.
The Los Angeles event featured a flyweight championship rematch between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja, with Van entering as champion after their previous meeting ended prematurely because of injury.
The rematch went the full five rounds, giving fans a much more definitive championship contest.
UFC 331 Main Event Result: Joshua Van Defends His Title
Joshua Van successfully defended the UFC flyweight championship against former champion Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 331.
According to Reuters, Van won by unanimous decision, with the judges scoring the fight 49-46, 49-47 and 50-45. The victory moved Van’s professional record to 18-2 and further established his position at the top of the flyweight division.
The fight was particularly significant because it followed their earlier meeting, which ended after Pantoja suffered an elbow injury only seconds into the contest.
This time, both fighters completed all five rounds, allowing the championship to be decided on the judges’ scorecards.
Arman Tsarukyan Scores Major UFC 331 Win
Another major storyline coming out of UFC 331 was Arman Tsarukyan’s first-round knockout victory over Maurício Ruffy.
Reuters reported that Tsarukyan stopped Ruffy with an elbow combination, extending his winning streak to six fights. The victory immediately put Tsarukyan back into the conversation surrounding the UFC lightweight championship picture.
His performance is likely to remain one of the biggest talking points among UFC fans following the Los Angeles event.
Sean Sharaf Stuns Gable Steveson
UFC 331 also produced one of the night’s fastest and most unexpected finishes.
Sean Sharaf stopped Olympic wrestling gold medalist Gable Steveson in just 12 seconds, according to reports following the event.
The result quickly became one of the most discussed moments from the card and gives Sharaf an important talking point as he moves forward in the UFC heavyweight division.
What Is the Next Major UFC Event?
While there is no UFC event tonight, the promotion has already announced a major upcoming numbered event.
UFC 334 — November 14, 2026
Location: Madison Square Garden, New York City
Date: November 14, 2026
The UFC has announced a two-title-fight lineup for UFC 334.
Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit
The main event will feature Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit for the UFC heavyweight championship.
The UFC announced the matchup following UFC 331, with Gane set to defend the undisputed heavyweight championship against undefeated contender Josh Hokit.
Reports list Gane at 14-2 with one no contest and Hokit at 10-0. Hokit has rapidly climbed the heavyweight ranks, while Gane enters the matchup as the newly recognized undisputed champion.
Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes
The UFC 334 co-main event is another major attraction.
Women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison is scheduled to face former two-division champion Amanda Nunes.
Harrison is listed at 19-1, while Nunes enters the matchup at 23-5. The bout represents Nunes’ return to UFC competition after her retirement period.
The UFC has confirmed that both the heavyweight and women’s bantamweight championships will be at stake at Madison Square Garden.
UFC 334 Fight Card: Other Announced Matchups
In addition to the two title fights, the announced UFC 334 lineup includes several other notable matchups.
Among them are:
- Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit — UFC Heavyweight Championship
- Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes — UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship
- Caio Borralho vs. Yousri Belgaroui
- Uros Medic vs. Kevin Holland
- Bilal Hasan vs. Luis Gurule
The complete card can change because UFC bouts can be adjusted because of injuries, medical issues, weight-cutting problems or other circumstances before fight night.
Why UFC Fans Are Already Watching the Next Card
The UFC’s next major New York event has generated attention because it combines two championship fights with the return of Amanda Nunes.
Gane-Hokit brings together an established heavyweight champion and an undefeated challenger, while Harrison-Nunes places a reigning champion against one of the most accomplished fighters in women’s MMA.
The UFC officially confirmed both title fights following UFC 331.
UFC Latest News: What Fans Should Watch Next
Although there isn’t a UFC card tonight, several UFC 331 storylines will continue developing over the coming days.
1. What’s next for Joshua Van?
After successfully defending the flyweight championship, attention will turn to Van’s next challenger.
His performance against Pantoja gives the division another important reference point as the UFC considers its next title matchup.
2. What’s next for Arman Tsarukyan?
Tsarukyan’s first-round finish of Ruffy strengthened his position in the lightweight title picture. His next opponent will be an important storyline following UFC 331.
3. Can Josh Hokit remain undefeated?
Hokit enters UFC 334 with an undefeated record, but his biggest test to date will come against heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane.
4. How will Amanda Nunes look in her return?
Nunes’ return is one of the biggest storylines surrounding UFC 334. The former champion will face Kayla Harrison in a bout that could immediately reshape the women’s bantamweight championship picture.
UFC Tonight FAQ
Is UFC fighting tonight, September 20, 2026?
No. UFC 331 was held on September 19 in Los Angeles. There is no UFC numbered event scheduled for September 20 according to the latest information checked for this article.
Who won the UFC fight last night?
Joshua Van defeated Alexandre Pantoja by unanimous decision at UFC 331 and retained the UFC flyweight championship.
When is the next big UFC event?
The next major numbered event highlighted in the latest UFC announcement is UFC 334 on November 14, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Who is fighting at UFC 334?
The two headline championship fights are Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit and Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes.
Is UFC 331 finished?
Yes. UFC 331 has concluded, with Joshua Van retaining the flyweight championship against Alexandre Pantoja.
Bottom Line
There is no UFC fight card tonight, September 20, 2026, but UFC fans have plenty of storylines to follow after UFC 331.
Joshua Van’s successful title defense, Arman Tsarukyan’s knockout win and Sean Sharaf’s stunning 12-second stoppage have all generated fresh UFC headlines.
The biggest officially announced future attraction is UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden on November 14, headlined by Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit and Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes.
This article should be updated as new UFC fight announcements, injuries, weigh-in information, bout changes and official UFC news become available.