Debauchery? Arman Tsarukyan imitates Mauricio Ruffy before UFC 331

Tsarukyan at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/armantsarukyan

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Apparently, Arman Tsarukyan 's studies for UFC 331 were highly detailed. The Armenian faces Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main event, a duel that could determine the next challenger in the division. On the eve of the fight, the Russian-Armenian already knows how to simulate his opponent's movements.

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In a video posted on social media, Arman appears in a boxing ring mimicking Mauricio Ruffy 's movements . In the footage, the Armenian keeps his guard down and walks around the space, alluding to the Brazilian's characteristic footwork.

😅 Arman Tsarukyan imitates Mauricio Ruffy ’s stance while being almost on weight.

🎥 @ArmanUfc pic.twitter.com/ep0XpDE97H

— Home of Fight (@Home_of_Fight) September 17, 2026

Mauricio Ruffy and Arman Tsarukyan face each other at UFC 331

The highly anticipated duel between Mauricio Ruffy and Arman Tsarukyan , scheduled for UFC 331 , pits two completely opposite approaches against each other in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg). On one side, the efficiency and versatility on his feet of the Brazilian against the strong grappling and wrestling pressure of the division's number one.

Ruffy relies on his high striking accuracy and knockout record, with 13 knockout victories in his career and an average of 4.19 significant strikes per minute, while Tsarukyan counters with a solid average of 3.26 takedowns per fight and his greater experience facing the division's elite.

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