Arman Tsarukyan faces Mauricio Ruffy in co-main event of UFC fight card
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan will fight Mauricio Ruffy in a five-round co-main event, as announced on August 7, 2026. Originally set to face Charles Oliveira at UFC 331 on September 19, Tsarukyan's opponent changed due to Oliveira's decision not to compete following the death of a teammate. Daniel Cormier noted that Tsarukyan's willingness to fight Ruffy demonstrates his commitment to securing a title shot in the lightweight division. The upcoming bout represents a significant opportunity for Tsarukyan as he aims to continue his ascent in the rankings.
- •Arman Tsarukyan withdrew from UFC 311 due to injury.
- •Tsarukyan defeated Dan Hooker last November.
- •Mauricio Ruffy is a rising contender with a strong record.
- •The fight is part of the card at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
- •Citing a previous conflicting fight, Tsarukyan now seeks to stay active.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Cormier: Arman Tsarukyan taking Mauricio Ruffy fight makes him undeniable
"Daniel Cormier: Arman Tsarukyan facing Mauricio Ruffy 'strengthens case' for title shot
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