Colby Covington believes he delivered a real reality check to Arman Tsarukyan before UFC 331 , scheduled for next Saturday (19). Set to face Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main event, the Armenian was on a streak of eight consecutive wins in grappling bouts until being defeated by the American. For the outspoken fighter, the result served as a wake-up call for the 'Batman of MMA' and could make a difference in his preparation for the duel against the Brazilian.
In an interview with Helen Yee Sports, the former UFC title challenger stated that he was pleased to have helped Tsarukyan put his arrogance aside. In the American's view, the defeat may have motivated the Armenian to intensify his training and arrive even more prepared for the fight.
"I'm glad I was able to teach Arman a little about humility, and I think he trained harder," said Colby Covington.
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Covington also expressed confidence in the outcome of UFC 331. The fighter believes that Tsarukyan will be able to finish Ruffy before the end of the third round and, with that, will qualify to fight for the lightweight belt next.
"I think he's going to finish Luffy. I don't think Luffy will last more than two or three rounds, and Arman will be next in line for the title," the loudmouth concluded.
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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