Arman Tsarukyan’s star-making media tour continued on Saturday evening.
The primary UFC lightweight contender is more popular than ever despite fighting only once previously 700+ days.
Arman Tsarukyan has used high-profile grappling matches and big-name collaborations to grow to be essentially the most talked-about man in MMA this 12 months.
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Arman Tsarukyan is currently probably the most popular fighters on the earth.
Watch Arman Tsarukyan kick shirtless man on live stream
Arman Tsarukyan recently joined Adin Ross for a star-studded live stream, which featured an appearance from UFC legend Georges St-Pierre and former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka.
In a single viral moment, the Armenian fighter is seen kicking a shirtless man, who appears to be a willing participant, in his stomach.
Tsarukyan’s kick clearly hurt him, but Adin Ross’s friend managed to remain on his feet
A bit of later, he showed that the UFC superstar’s kick had left an enormous bruise across his belly.
Tsarukyan went on to kick an excellent greater man, who seemed far less comfortable with the situation.
Once more, the 155lb standout did not floor their victim, but they did earn an audible groan from the shot.
Arman Tsarukyan to face Urijah Faber at RAF 8
Arman Tsarukyan is fresh off a win over Georgio Poullas of their wrestling rematch at RAF 7 on March 28.
The 29-year-old’s next grappling match was quickly booked for RAF 8 in Philadelphia on April 18.
He’ll face UFC legend Urijah Faber within the co-main event of a show headlined by Merab Dvalishvili vs Henry Cejudo.
Tsarukyan’s next UFC opponent and fight date remain unclear, but he has spoken about playing a backup role for the UFC White House foremost event between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje.
A summer return has also been mooted, although nothing has been confirmed by the powers that be.
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