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Arman Tsarukyan expects title shot following UFC 331 bout with Mauricio Ruffy

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Arman Tsarukyan expects title shot following UFC 331 bout with Mauricio Ruffy

Summary

Lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan claims the UFC has guaranteed him a title opportunity if he defeats Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331. Tsarukyan originally prepared for a rematch against former titleholder Charles Oliveira, but that bout was scrapped following the death of Oliveira’s teammate, Allan Nascimento. Tsarukyan confirmed he had already begun training in Armenia for the Oliveira fight before being informed of the matchup change. The fighter noted that because he has not competed yet in 2026, he accepted the Ruffy fight to remain active in the division. Tsarukyan has previously characterized the cancellation of the Oliveira fight as a withdrawal, though the bout is now off the table. He expects to move directly into a championship fight following the outcome of his performance at the upcoming event.

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By the Numbers

•Arman Tsarukyan faces Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331.
•The bout replaces a previously scheduled rematch between Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira.
•Oliveira withdrew from the contest following the death of his teammate Allan Nascimento.
•Tsarukyan states he received confirmation from the UFC that this win secures a title shot.

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What they're saying

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Arman Tsarukyan was originally preparing for a different opponent before Mauricio Ruffy stepped up.
— Sherdogby SouravChakraborty@sherdog.com (Sourav Chakraborty)