Mauricio Ruffy prepares to face Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 331
Sherdog • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 12:29 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Mauricio Ruffy is set to face Arman Tsarukyan in the co-headliner of UFC 331 in Los Angeles. Ruffy is viewed as a significant underdog, but his coaches, including Pablo Sucupira and teammate Alexander Volkanovski, are confident in his potential to secure a knockout victory. They emphasize Ruffy's strong takedown defense, suggesting previous opponents underestimated him following a loss to Benoit St. Denis. The bout offers Ruffy a pivotal chance to showcase his skills against a tough competitor in Tsarukyan. UFC 331 is scheduled for the near future, with this matchup being a key highlight of the event.
- •Ruffy enters UFC 331 as a sizable underdog against Tsarukyan.
- •Coaches believe Ruffy's takedown defense is a strong asset.
- •Volkanovski is training extensively with Ruffy ahead of the fight.
- •Ruffy aims to make a statement after a prior loss.
- •UFC 331 will take place in Los Angeles.
- 12:29 AMSherdog — UFC coach predicts Mauricio Ruffy will knock out Arman Tsarukyan
"Mauricio Ruffy enters the biggest fight of his career as a sizable underdog, but the Brazilian’s former and current team are confident he has the tools to spring an upset.
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