In a highly anticipated match-up, Brandon Royval faces off against Joshua Van in the main card flyweight bout at UFC 317, taking place Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Brandon Royval, holding a record of 17 wins and 7 losses, is currently tied for the No. 2 spot in the MMA Fighting Global Rankings alongside Kyoji Horiguchi. A victory against the rising star Van could solidify Royval’s position as the next contender for the UFC flyweight title. Royval has previously challenged for the championship, facing the current titleholder Alexandre Pantoja twice. However, recent performances, including a narrow decision win over former champion Brandon Moreno and a decisive victory against the previously undefeated Tatsuro Taira, position him for a potential title shot.
On the other hand, Joshua Van, a promising 23-year-old fighter with a record of 14 wins and 2 losses, is looking to make an impact in the 125-pound division. Since making his UFC debut in mid-2023, he has maintained an impressive 7-1 record in the organization. Van’s stock rose significantly following a thrilling knockout victory against Bruno “Bulldog” Silva in June. Stepping in on short notice for injured fighter Manel Kape, a win for Van could propel him rapidly toward a championship opportunity, reflecting the dynamic nature of the flyweight division.
Fans are eagerly watching the UFC 317 live blog for updates on this exciting bout. With both competitors in pursuit of greatness, the stakes are high and the fight promises to deliver.