Arman Tsarukyan seeks title shot with UFC 331 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 5:38 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan is set to face Maurício Ruffy at UFC 331 on September 19, 2026. A win in this co-main event will confirm a promised title shot, according to Tsarukyan, who met with UFC executive Hunter Campbell to secure the verbal agreement. Tsarukyan has opted to fight instead of waiting for the title match, citing a desire to stay active following his last fight in November 2025.
- •Tsarukyan ranked second in lightweight division
- •Fight scheduled for September 19, 2026
- •Last fight occurred in November 2025
- •Title shot contingent on victory over Ruffy
- •Meeting with Hunter Campbell confirmed title shot promise
- 5:38 AMYahoo Sports — Arman Tsarukyan confirms promised title shot with UFC 331 win
"Arman Tsarukyan says he's been promised a title shot with a win over Maurício Ruffy.
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