Arman Tsarukyan submits Ankit Bainpuriya at Hype FC grappling event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan submitted Ankit Bainpuriya in a submission-only grappling match at Hype FC in Armenia on August 1, 2026. Tsarukyan took control early and forced Bainpuriya to tap with an armbar just two and a half minutes into the bout. This match continues Tsarukyan's recent activities outside the Octagon, as he has been competing in wrestling events as well. Although he has not fought in the UFC since winning against Dan Hooker last November, Tsarukyan hinted at the possibility of news regarding his next fight soon.
- •Tsarukyan and Bainpuriya faced off in Armenia at Hype FC.
- •The match lasted just over two and a half minutes.
- •Tsarukyan won by submission with an armbar.
- •Bainpuriya lacks combat sports experience despite a strong social media presence.
- •Tsarukyan has indicated potential news about his upcoming UFC fight.
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Arman Tsarukyan steamrolls Ankit Bainpuriya in latest grappling side quest
"Arman Tsarukyan continues to build up his resume of side quests outside the Octagon.
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