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Arman Tsarukyan to fight Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 on September 19

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:18 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Arman Tsarukyan to fight Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 on September 19

Summary

Arman Tsarukyan is set to face Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 in Los Angeles on September 19. Tsarukyan, the No. 1-ranked lightweight contender, chose to stay active after a period of inactivity in the Octagon, last competing in November 2025. Originally scheduled to rematch Charles Oliveira, Tsarukyan cited timing issues and the need for a fight. A victory over Ruffy guarantees him a title shot against champion Justin Gaethje, according to his meeting with UFC CBO Hunter Campbell. Tsarukyan also mentioned he will earn a career-high payday for this bout.

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By the Numbers

•Tsarukyan returns after his win over Dan Hooker in November 2025.
•The fight against Ruffy is confirmed for UFC 331 on September 19 in Los Angeles.
•Tsarukyan hopes to secure the lightweight title shot with a victory.
•He noted career-high earnings for the upcoming fight.
•The rematch with Oliveira fell through due to timing and training issues.

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11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Arman Tsarukyan: UFC's Hunter Campbell guaranteed title shot after Mauricio Ruffy fight at UFC 331

What they're saying

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The No. 1-ranked lightweight contender said he'll earn a career-high payday at UFC 331, which made his choice to stay active all the easier.
— Yahoo Sportsby Drake Riggs

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