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Dana White gives update on Alexandre Pantoja's injury, while Joshua Van sends blunt message to critics: 'F*** them'

Story byDrake RiggsUncrownedSun, December 7, 2025 at 8:38 AM UTC·3 min readChaos arrived in all forms at UFC 323, but none more disturbing or consequential than the sudden, gruesome end to Alexandre Pantoja’s flyweight title reign. The co-main event between Pantoja and 24-year-old phenom Joshua Van lasted a mere 26 seconds before disaster struck. After absorbing a head kick, Van caught the champion’s leg and forced him backward to the canvas. As Pantoja posted with his arm to break the fall, it appeared his elbow violently dislocated or broke on impact.

Dana White gives update on Alexandre Pantoja's injury, while Joshua Van sends blunt message to critics: 'F*** them'

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Key Highlights

  • The shocking scene immediately halted the action and handed the champion his first loss over the past eight fights. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBefore Saturday's broadcast ended, UFC officials clarified that Pantoja had actually suffered a dislocated shoulder rather than an elbow injury.
  • Speaking at UFC 323's post-fight press conference, UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the update and cautioned that he wouldn't expect the now-former champion to return in time for an immediate rematch."They popped his shoulder back in," White said.
  • "I thought it was the elbow.
  • No, it was not the elbow — it was his shoulder, and they popped it back in backstage.
  • Now they've got to do MRIs and check out the ligaments and see how it is.
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  1. Dana White gives update on Alexandre Pantoja's injury, while Joshua Van sends blunt message to critics: 'F*** them'

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