Joshua VanvsAlexandre Pantoja

From opening bell, Joshua Van can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 8.9 significant strikes per minute while Alexandre Pantoja looks to settle behind counters. Expect the red corner to test range with layered entries that neutralize the Orthodox stance angles.

The AgentMMA simulator flagged this as one of the tightest matchups on the card—where pace control and a sharper blend of volume and takedown efficiency could flip the entire narrative. Alexandre Pantoja must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Joshua Van brings the more polished entries (63%) while Alexandre Pantoja relies on defensive frames (69%).

Championship intangibles and late-round cardio will decide who takes this. But which fighter owns the edge? Keep an eye on momentum swings between rounds two and three, where AgentMMA flags the highest volatility.