Arman Tsarukyan defeats Mugzy, challenges Colby Covington in UFC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 2:06 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan secured a first-round Tech Fall victory over Mugzy on Friday night in Arlington, Texas. This win marks a strong start to what Tsarukyan hopes will be a busy fighting schedule. The UFC lightweight contender has also been designated as the official backup fighter for the UFC White House, as confirmed by Dana White. Following his victory, Tsarukyan issued a direct challenge to Colby Covington, aiming to rise further in the division.
- •Arman Tsarukyan wins by Tech Fall over Mugzy.
- •The match took place in Arlington, Texas.
- •Dana White named Tsarukyan as official backup fighter for UFC White House.
- •Tsarukyan challenged Colby Covington after his victory.
- •The win marks a critical moment in Tsarukyan's career.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — After crushing Mugzy by tech fall, Arman Tsarukyan issues a direct challenge to Colby Covington!
"Arman Tsarukyan kicked off a busy stretch on Friday night with a first-round Tech Fall victory over Mugzy in Arlington, Texas. The UFC lightweight contender has been named as the official backup fighter for the UFC White House by Dana White.
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