Arman Tsarukyan anticipates potential rematch with Charles Oliveira
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan indicated that his next fight could be a rematch against Charles Oliveira. Currently ranked No. 2 in the lightweight division, Tsarukyan is serving as the backup for the UFC Freedom 250 main event on June 14, where Justin Gaethje will unify the interim title against Ilia Topuria. Tsarukyan recently defeated Oliveira by split decision at UFC 300 and is on a five-fight winning streak, with hopes to fight for the title in September in Los Angeles. He remains active in grappling, having won his latest match against Keelon Jimison.
- •Tsarukyan holds a 23-3 MMA record and is 10-2 in the UFC.
- •Oliveira, holding the BMF title, recently defeated Max Holloway.
- •Tsarukyan edged Oliveira at UFC 300 in a split decision.
- •He is the backup fighter for UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.
- •Tsarukyan aims for a title fight set for September in L.A.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Oliveira rematch buzz takes a turn after Arman Tsarukyan clarification
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Arman Tsarukyan says he might rematch BMF champ Charles Oliveira next
"A potential rematch between Arman Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira quickly became a talking point last Monday after a video posted by the Armenian contender went viral. On his New York vlog, Tsarukyan said his next fight was probably a September title bout in Los Angeles, then pointed towards Oliveira and said they may meet again.
"Arman Tsarukyan expects his next fight could be a rematch against a former UFC foe.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 12:02 PMCharles Oliveira rematch buzz takes a turn after Arman Tsarukyan clarification
A potential rematch between Arman Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira quickly became a talking point last Monday after a video posted by the Armenian contender went viral. On his New York vlog, Tsarukyan said his next fight was probably a September title bout in Los Angeles, then pointed towards Oliveira and said they may meet again.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 4:10 PMArman Tsarukyan says he might rematch BMF champ Charles Oliveira next
Arman Tsarukyan expects his next fight could be a rematch against a former UFC foe.
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