UFC 331 officially moves forward with all 24 fighters successfully making weight during the ceremonial weigh-in in Los Angeles. The event's headliner is a highly anticipated flyweight title rematch between reigning champion Joshua Van and former titleholder Alexandre Pantoja. The co-main event features a heated lightweight bout between Arman Tsarukyan and Mauricio Ruffy, where the victor is expected to earn a future title shot. The intensity was evident as the two rivals had to be separated during their face-off.

The card is stacked with exciting matchups beyond the main events, including Tai Tuivasa facing powerhouse Robelis Despaigne in a heavyweight clash and Marlon Vera taking on Charles Jourdain at bantamweight. Notably, Gable Steveson returns to the octagon against Sean Sharaf in a heavyweight contest, adding significant star power to the lineup. Other highlight fights include Patricio Pitbull versus Dooho Choi and Alonzo Menifield against Iwo Baraniewski.

This lineup has been described as "sneaky good" and is poised to be one of the standout combat sports events of 2026. With its depth and potential exciting finishes, UFC 331 could dominate the fight weekend, especially when compared to competing fights such as the boxing headline featuring Isaac Cruz versus Nestor Bravo. Fans and analysts alike are anticipating memorable moments and high stakes battles throughout the night.

Forbes contributor Brian Mazique promises comprehensive live coverage and post-event analysis, including bonus awards and fighter reactions. With a range of compelling fights spread across multiple weight classes and streaming platforms like Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass, UFC 331 looks set to engage a broad audience and reinforce the UFC's dominance in combat sports this fall.