New champion disagrees with Dana White and asks for a rematch against Alexandre Pantoja after UFC 323.

Joshua Van won Alexandre pantoja No 6 UFC 323. Photo: Reproduction/UFC

Joshua Van wants an immediate rematch against Alexandre pantojaThe prospect faced the Brazilian in UFC 323, held last Saturday (6), and needed only 26 seconds to apply the fall which, accidentally, resulted in arm injury The former champion secured the flyweight title (up to 56,7 kg) for the athlete from Myanmar. Even without direct responsibility for the incident, the new champion showed interest in offering the Rio de Janeiro native another opportunity.

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At the press conference after the UFC 323, Joshua Van He stated that he believes Pantoja deserves a second fight. The young fighter emphasized that the final decision rests with the UFC, but reiterated his willingness to face the Brazilian again in the octagon.

"I think he deserves it. The UFC will do what it wants, but I definitely want a rematch with him," he said. Joshua Van.

Dana White believes Pantoja will take a while to return to the octagon.

Dana White doesn't believe in a quick return of Alexandre pantojaDuring the press conference after the UFC 323The organization's president made it clear that, regardless of the circumstances, he does not foresee the Brazilian returning anytime soon and stated that another title defense must occur before the former champion is eligible to compete again.