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Joshua Van corrects Joe Rogan after having his title win called an ‘accident’ at UFC 331 weigh-ins

The UFC flyweight champion did not take too kindly to Joe Rogan’s description on stage. Joshua Van is out to prove his superiority over Alexandre…

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 1:00 PM
Joshua Van corrects Joe Rogan after having his title win called an ‘accident’ at UFC 331 weigh-ins
Key Things to Know
  • Joshua Van defended his UFC flyweight title win against Joe Rogan's claim that it was an accident.
  • Van won the championship at UFC 323 after Alexandre Pantoja suffered a dislocated elbow in the first round.
  • The exchange occurred on stage during the UFC 331 ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of their rematch.
The Story in 60 Seconds

UFC flyweight champion Joshua Van disputed commentator Joe Rogan's claim that he won his title "by accident" during the UFC 331 ceremonial weigh-ins. Van is scheduled to defend his flyweight championship in a rematch against Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 331. The confrontation occurred on stage during the pre-fight interviews ahead of the event.

Van originally won the flyweight title at UFC 323 after Pantoja dislocated his elbow in the first round. While Rogan and some fans viewed the injury stoppage as a fluke, Van defended his victory, stating the win was meant to be. The tension has increased animosity between the two fighters leading into their rematch.

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