Tsarukyan's Fall Title Fight
Key Questions
When and where will Arman Tsarukyan return?
Tsarukyan confirmed a September return at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, likely against Charles Oliveira for the BMF belt.
What role did Tsarukyan play at Freedom 250?
He served as a backup fighter for the event but was not needed.
What did Tsarukyan say about Michael Chandler?
Tsarukyan called for Chandler's release from the UFC following his KO loss at Freedom 250.
Arman Tsarukyan confirms September return at UFC 331 in LA, likely vs Oliveira for BMF belt. He was backup for Freedom 250 but not needed. Tsarukyan's $1M bet on Gaethje paid off, adding personal stake and drama. New: Tsarukyan calls for Michael Chandler's release after Chandler's KO loss at Freedom 250, fueling post-event narrative. Also: Tsarukyan didn't find out the result until 8 hours later due to travel, expressing frustration and renewed title shot claims.
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Updated Jun 24, 2026