Joshua Van: UFC Record, Fight History & Bio

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Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2025-06-08 to 2026-09-20

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Fight history

Alexandre Pantoja
Sep 20, 2026
Win
Decision - Unanimous · Round 5 · 5:00
Tatsuro Taira
May 10, 2026
Win
KO/TKO · Round 5 · 1:32
Alexandre Pantoja
Dec 7, 2025
Win
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 0:26
Brandon Royval
Jun 29, 2025
Win
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Bruno Silva
Jun 8, 2025
Win
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 4:01
Rei Tsuruya
Mar 9, 2025
Win
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Cody Durden
Dec 7, 2024
Win
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Charles Johnson
Jul 13, 2024
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 0:20
Felipe Bunes
Jan 13, 2024
Win
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 4:31
Kevin Borjas
Nov 11, 2023
Win
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Zhalgas Zhumagulov
Jun 24, 2023
Win
Decision - Split · Round 3 · 5:00

Joshua Van Bio

Joshua Van is a Myanmar-born mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC flyweight division. As of September 15, 2026, the UFC lists him as an active fighter and the UFC flyweight champion. Van was born in Hakha, Myanmar, on October 10, 2001, and is listed at 5 feet 5 inches with a 65-inch reach. He trains at 4oz Fight Club and represents a freestyle approach to MMA; UFC coverage has also placed his training in Houston, Texas.

Van turned professional in 2021 and made his UFC debut on June 24, 2023, accepting the opportunity on short notice against Zhalgas Zhumagulov. Before reaching the UFC, he competed for Fury FC and held its flyweight title. His UFC title history includes winning the flyweight championship from Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 323 on December 6, 2025, followed by a successful defense against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026. Van’s game is built around persistent forward pressure, high-output boxing and body work, while UFC analysis has highlighted his ability to defend grappling exchanges and reset from the clinch.

Record: 18-2-0
Division: Flyweight
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125 lbs.
Reach: 65"
Birth date: Oct 10, 2001 (age 25)
Age: 25
Country: Myanmar

Joshua Van Questions & Answers

What UFC division does Joshua Van compete in?

Joshua Van competes in the UFC flyweight division. As of October 15, 2026, the UFC lists him as the active UFC flyweight champion.

How tall is Joshua Van?

Joshua Van is listed by the UFC at 65 inches tall, or 5 feet 5 inches.

When did Joshua Van make his UFC debut?

Joshua Van made his UFC debut on June 24, 2023, against Zhalgas Zhumagulov at UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs Topuria.

What MMA titles has Joshua Van held?

Van won the UFC flyweight championship at UFC 323 on December 6, 2025. He also previously held the Fury FC flyweight championship.

Where does Joshua Van train?

The UFC lists Van as training at 4oz Fight Club. UFC coverage has identified the gym as being in Houston, where he works with its coaching staff.

What is Joshua Van's fighting style?

The UFC lists Van's style as freestyle. His UFC features describe a pressure-oriented approach built around persistent offense on the feet, active boxing combinations, and composure when working back to striking range after grappling exchanges.