3. Alexandre Pantoja vs. Matt Schnell (UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie, December 21, 2019)
In a fast-paced flyweight clash, Pantoja faced Matt Schnell in Busan, South Korea. The bout started with both fighters exchanging heavy strikes, but Pantoja’s resilience shone through. After being rocked early, Pantoja bounced back and dropped Schnell with a brutal standing punch. He quickly followed up with ground-and-pound, securing a dominant knockout victory at 4:17 of Round 1, showcasing his ability to turn the tide in an instant.
2. Alexandre Pantoja vs. Alex Perez (UFC 277: Peña vs. Nunes 2, July 30, 2022)
Pantoja faced Alex Perez in a highly anticipated flyweight bout at UFC 277. From the outset, Pantoja demonstrated his grappling prowess, securing a takedown and transitioning smoothly to Perez’s back. In a flash, Pantoja locked in a rear-naked choke, forcing Perez to tap out in just 91 seconds, a stunning display of his world-class grappling skills and an emphatic statement in his pursuit of a title shot.
1. Alexandre Pantoja vs. Brandon Moreno (UFC 290: Volkanovski vs. Rodríguez, July 8, 2023)
The fight that would crown Pantoja as the UFC Flyweight Champion came at UFC 290, where he faced off against reigning champion Brandon Moreno in a thrilling five-round battle. The fight was a back-and-forth war, with both fighters showcasing their strengths—Moreno’s speed and striking, and Pantoja’s power and grappling. After five rounds of relentless action, Pantoja earned a split-decision victory (48-47, 48-47, 46-49), capturing the flyweight title and solidifying his place as one of the best in the division.
