UFC heavyweight Tai Tuivasa suffered a defeat at UFC 331. He got stopped in the opening minutes. The loss happened in round one. It took place after a troubling seven-fight losing streak. He had newly linked up with American Top Team. Tuivasa changed teams because he hoped to listen to new coaches and change his fight preparation.

He worked out with heavyweight Francis Ngannou for UFC 331. He spent time with Ngannou during his training camp. But Tuivasa was knocked out in round one regardless. The first-round defeat took place following his recent move to American Top Team.