ARMAN TSARUKYAN

Fighting out of American Top Team, this lightweight uses a mix of submission grappling and freestyle wrestling to keep constant heat on his opponents. Originally born to an Armenian family in Georgia and later raised in Russia, he employs an orthodox style that combines grinding takedowns with striking at close quarters. Having rounded out his skills, he has proven his elite status by defeating notable names like Beneil Dariush, Charles Oliveira, and Damir Ismagulov, making him a major contender in the weight class.

Heading into UFC 330, he boasts a 23-3-0 professional record and is currently riding a five-fight winning streak. His latest win took place on November 22, 2025, where he defeated Dan Hooker with an arm-triangle choke. This current run also features a split decision victory against Charles Oliveira, a knockout of Beneil Dariush, a technical knockout over Joaquim Silva, and a unanimous decision win versus Damir Ismagulov.