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🇲🇲 Joshua Van

“The Fearless”

The short answer

Joshua Van is a Burmese mixed martial artist and the UFC flyweight champion, 18-2 with 9 wins by knockout. Standing 165cm with a 165cm reach, he is the first UFC fighter from Myanmar, having won the title from Alexandre Pantoja and successfully defended it against him in a rematch on September 19, 2026, by unanimous decision in Los Angeles.

18-2

Record

90%

Win rate

50%

(T)KO rate

165 cm

Height

165 cm

Reach

24

Age

Orthodox

Stance

UFC Flyweight

Division

High-output strikerFast handsAggressive forward paceFirst UFC champion from Myanmar

Notable wins

  • def. Alexandre PantojaTKO1 (won the title) · 2025
  • def. Alexandre PantojaUnanimous decision (rematch, title defense) · September 2026

FAQ

What is Joshua Van's record?+

18-2 in mixed martial arts, with 9 wins by knockout, 2 by submission and 7 by decision.

Is Joshua Van the UFC flyweight champion?+

Yes. He won the title from Alexandre Pantoja and defended it against him in a rematch on September 19, 2026, winning a unanimous decision (49-46, 48-47, 50-45).

Coverage

UFC 331: Van solves Pantoja again →

Related fighters

🇧🇷 Alexandre Pantoja →
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Record, height and reach per Wikipedia, Tapology and CBS Sports; September 2026 result per UFC and wire reporting.