Arman Tsarukyan beats Mauricio Ruffy by KO in round 1 on 19 September 2026
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Arman Tsarukyan knocked out Mauricio Ruffy in the opening round at UFC 331 on Saturday, finishing the lightweight bout at 4:56 of the first frame. The Armenian contender extended his record to 24-3 against a debutant who entered the Octagon without a professional record, and the chasm in experience proved decisive before the horn.
How it ended
Tsarukyan closed the show with four seconds remaining in round one, landing the decisive blow at the 4:56 mark. The knockout lifted his career tally to 10 finishes inside the distance. Ruffy, stepping into the UFC cage for the first time, was unable to reach the second round and falls to 0-1 as a professional.
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Updated records
- Arman Tsarukyan — 24-3 (10 KO)
- Mauricio Ruffy — 0-1
What's next
At 24-3, Tsarukyan remains a fixture in the lightweight mix and will look to build on his tenth career knockout in his next appearance. Ruffy, now 0-1, faces the familiar rebuild after a debut setback, with questions over whether he will earn another Octagon opportunity or return to regional competition to develop his craft.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Arman Tsarukyan vs Mauricio Ruffy?
Arman Tsarukyan defeated Mauricio Ruffy by KO in round 1 at Crypto.com UFC 331: Van vs Pantoja 2.
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How did Arman Tsarukyan vs Mauricio Ruffy end?
The fight ended by KO in round 1 at 4:56.
What's Arman Tsarukyan's record now?
Arman Tsarukyan now stands at 24-3 (10 KO).
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