VIDEO: What a danger! Tsarukyan throws UFC legend off the mat and defends himself against criticism.

Tsarukyan defeated Faber at the RAF. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/RAF

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Arman Tsarukyan He starred in yet another controversial moment in his career. Sidelined by the UFC, the Armenian was seen in action for the fourth time at RAF 8, an event held last Saturday (18), in Philadelphia (USA), and passed through calmly Urijah faber, a legend of MMA. However, what drew the most attention in the athlete's victory was an extremely dangerous takedown attempt on the 46-year-old veteran, which divided opinions and reinforced his bad boy image.

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During the main event, Tsarukyan was so dominant that he got carried away. So much so that the Armenian, grabbing Faber's leg and attempting a takedown, threw him off the mat, falling with him and near the commentators' stand. Luckily, neither pair were injured. With the fight resumed, Arman, who already had a clear advantage in points, successfully took down the American again and finished the match with a technical superiority score of 13-1.

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However, the athlete's great performance did not shield him from criticism. When questioned about the move, Tsarukyan defended himself and expressed his respect for 'The California Kid', in a clear attempt to downplay the seriousness of the episode. In any case, Dana White, who isn't particularly fond of the athlete, probably wasn't happy about this new controversy he's gotten himself into.

“How could I do that on purpose? He’s a veteran, a gangster. I was executing my technique and I couldn’t stop,” said the fighter after winning at RAF 8.

Tsarukyan no RAF

Ranked second in the UFC lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), Arman Tsarukyan He is also one of the stars of RAF and has been competing frequently. The Armenian debuted in the wrestling organization in January, fought four matches and won them all. Excited about his trajectory in his second home in combat sports, the athlete now dreams of a possible super fight against Colby covington.

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Arman Tsarukyan just DOMINATED Urijah faber at RAF 08

Arman really threw him off the mats and into the commentary team 😭pic.twitter.com/xkFHfCPHgu

— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) April 19, 2026