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Pantoja-Van Title Negotiations Persist as Moreno Opts for Royval Trilogy

Moreno’s Royval trilogy for UFC Noche delays Van’s anticipated clash with the flyweight champion.

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Overview

  • UFC President Dana White has yet to set a date for Alexandre Pantoja’s next defense despite active talks with top contender Joshua Van.
  • Joshua Van rose from unranked debutant to No. 1 contender after back-to-back wins at UFC 316 and 317 and is racing to secure a title shot before turning 24.
  • Pantoja celebrated his fourth flyweight defense over Kai Kara-France and indicated willingness to return in December at UFC 323 in Las Vegas.
  • Joe Rogan’s post-fight stare-down at UFC 317 between Pantoja and Van has intensified promotional support for their potential matchup.
  • Brandon Moreno answered Brandon Royval’s call for a trilogy on Instagram, scheduling their third bout for UFC Noche and redirecting attention from Van’s challenge.