At 23, Van boasts a 5-1 UFC record and 10-2 overall, with six knockouts and two submissions. He now faces 22-year-old Tsuruya, an undefeated contender with a 10-0 record, who is fresh off winning the Road to UFC flyweight tournament. Despite having less UFC experience, Tsuruya demonstrated talent with three tournament victories, including a unanimous decision win over Carlos Hernandez. Known for his versatility, Tsuruya excels in grappling, having accumulated 12 takedowns and nearly 17 minutes of ground control time during his tournament matches, showcasing his ability to challenge established UFC competitors.
At only 23 years of age, Van boasts a 5-1 record in the UFC and an overall pro record of 10-2, featuring six knockouts and two submissions. However, for the first time in his UFC journey, he will compete against someone younger than himself—Tsuruya, who remains undefeated and has the same number of wins.
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The 22-year-old champion of the Road to UFC flyweight tournament possesses an impeccable record of 10-0. Though he has less experience in the UFC compared to Van, Tsuruya’s three victories in the RTU tournament, along with his unanimous decision triumph over Carlos Hernandez in June of the previous year, demonstrate that he is prepared to take on seasoned UFC-level fighters.
Tsuruya is known for his versatility, showcasing four knockouts, four submissions, and four first-round finishes, but his primary strength lies in his grappling. During his three RTU matches—which included a first-round knockout and a second-round submission—Tsuruya executed 12 takedowns and amassed nearly 17 minutes of ground control time.