Far from the title, Arman Tsarukyan surprises by revealing his weight in a video on social media.

Arman Tsarukyan has been in the UFC since 2019. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Quite active on social media lately, Arman Tsarukyan surprised sports fans by showing his weight in a video published this Tuesday (16). Very physically strong, the number one ranked lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) surprised with the result on the scale. Away from the octagons since the victory against Dan Hooker In November, the Armenian athlete was just over 8 kg above the division limit.

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The number shown on the scale contrasts sharply with the fighter's online presence on social media. Recently, he published videos indulging in high-calorie feasts, such as various snacks fast food. 

Watch the video of Arman Tsarukyan on the scale.

Arman Tsarukyan steps on the scale – current weight: 78.70 kg (173.5 lbs) pic.twitter.com/PiDNL46eIm

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) December 16, 2025

After his victory against the New Zealander, Tsarukyan spoke publicly about his desire to return to the octagon in January to fight for the belt against Ilia TopuriaHowever, their requests were ignored by the organization, which arranged the fight between Justin gaethje e Paddy Pimblett after the Georgian announced a break from his career to deal with personal issues.

While he can't foresee a brighter future in the UFC, the Armenian has been involved in grappling tournaments. Between May and September of this year, he won... Makkasharip Zaynukov, Patricky Pitbull e Ben hendersonAt the end of the year, he will compete against the middleweight category (up to 83,9 kg). Shara Magomedov in yet another competition of submission.