ARMAN TSARUKYAN

Arman Tsarukyan represents both Armenia and Russia while competing in the lightweight division. The American Top Team fighter utilizes a foundation built upon submission grappling and freestyle wrestling. His approach integrates high-level ground work with intense pressure-striking techniques. Since joining the organization in 2019, he has established himself as a prominent contender by defeating high-ranked competitors like Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush.

Entering this September 2026 event, the orthodox fighter holds a professional record consisting of twenty-four victories and three defeats. He is currently on a five-fight winning streak. His most recent performance occurred just one week prior to this matchup, resulting in a knockout victory against Maurício Ruffy. Before that, he secured a submission win over Dan Hooker, preceded by a split decision triumph against Oliveira, a knockout victory versus Dariush, and a technical knockout finish against Joaquim Silva.