UFC 331 has taken a step up in quality with the inclusion of two notable heavyweight matches. Gable Steveson, who made a strong entrance with a first-round knockout at UFC 329, is set to return for another fight, this time against Sean Sharaf. Meanwhile, Robelis Despaigne is back after taking time off in 2024 to face Tai Tuivasa, who is currently in a rough patch with a seven-fight losing streak.
UFC 331 details and current lineup
The event is planned for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Although the main event remains a mystery, some fights have already been confirmed, including the ones featuring Steveson and Despaigne. Also locked in are bouts such as Renato Moicano against Brian Ortega and Casey O’Neill taking on Eduarda Moura.
One possible big draw that remains unconfirmed is a fight between Arman Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira. If the matchup happens, it would surely bring more excitement to the event. Fans can now purchase tickets for UFC 331 through SeatGeek, and UFC.com is offering VIP experiences for the Crypto.com Arena event.
Fighter records and recent action
Gable Steveson is perfect with a 4-0 record, having won all his fights by knockout. His rapid rise has shown his talent and potential. Sean Sharaf, on the other hand, is 4-2 overall, with a 0-2 record in the UFC and both of his losses coming by knockout. Despaigne, who left the UFC in 2024, has a 6-2 record and was last seen defeating Junior dos Santos in a convincing knockout. Popular fighter Tai Tuivasa, despite his current losing streak, still has a strong fan base.
UFC 331 could still see more changes with additional fighters added. So far, the card looks more promising than UFC 330, which had potential but lacked the strong headliners that could attract a wider audience.