In the end, it was Pantoja who won via unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46). In 25 minutes of action, Erceg landed a takedown and 111 significant strikes. With the loss, Erceg's UFC record is 3-1.

Brandon Moreno is reportedly heading back to Arena CDMX in Mexico City to face Steve Erceg over five rounds on March 29.