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Alexandre Pantoja Cleared for Return Following Arm Injury

By MMAReign News Desk·Sep 17, 2026 • 7:04 AM

Alexandre Pantoja has officially announced that he is fully recovered from his recent arm injury and is ready to resume his pursuit of the UFC flyweight championship.

Former UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja has announced that he is fully recovered from the arm injury that previously sidelined his competitive career. Speaking to Sherdog, Pantoja confirmed that he has received medical clearance and is now prepared to return to the Octagon to pursue the flyweight title once again.

The Brazilian contender has been out of action while rehabilitating the injury, a period that saw the landscape of the flyweight division evolve. With his health restored, Pantoja is positioning himself for a high-stakes return as he looks to reclaim his status at the top of the 125-pound weight class.

While Pantoja has not specified a targeted date or opponent for his comeback, his announcement signals the end of his recovery phase. The division currently remains in a state of flux with active title defenses, making Pantoja’s return a critical factor for the organization's matchmaking in the coming months.


Source: Sherdog.

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