UFC

Joshua “The Fearless”Van

UFC17-2-0

Division
Flyweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
5' 5"
Weight
125 lbs.
Reach
65"
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Fighter metrics

Wins by KO
9
Wins by submission
2
Wins by decision
6

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2025-03-08 to 2026-05-09

Wins

5 / 5

Losses

0 / 5

Historical results, not a prediction. See opponents and methods in fight history below.

Fight history

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
17-2-0
Division
Flyweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
5' 5"
Weight
125 lbs.
Reach
65"
Birth date
Oct 10, 2001 (age 24)
Age
24
Country
Myanmar

Joshua Van Questions & Answers

What UFC division does Joshua Van compete in?

Joshua Van competes in the UFC flyweight division and, as of September 15, 2026, is listed by the UFC as its active flyweight champion.

How tall is Joshua Van, and when was he born?

Van is listed at 5 feet 5 inches tall and was born on October 10, 2001, in Hakha, Myanmar.

When did Joshua Van make his UFC debut?

Van made his Octagon debut on June 24, 2023, when he stepped in on short notice to face Zhalgas Zhumagulov.

What titles has Joshua Van held in MMA?

Van has held the UFC flyweight championship and the Fury FC flyweight championship.

Where does Joshua Van train?

The UFC lists Van’s camp as 4oz Fight Club. UFC reporting has also documented his training at Aztlan Boxing Gym in Houston, Texas.

What is Joshua Van’s fighting style?

Van is listed by the UFC as a freestyle fighter. His UFC performances have been characterized by steady pressure, high-volume striking, body attacks and solid defensive grappling in clinch situations.