VIDEO: Mauricio Ruffy participates in a hunt with Volkanovski and celebrates his achievement: 'Giant deer'

Volkanovski and Ruffy training. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

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In full preparation to face Arman Tsarukyan in a very important duel for the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), Maurício Ruffy has also found time to enjoy new hobbies. A friend of Alexander Volkanovski , the Brazilian had fun this week going hunting on the property of the Australian, current featherweight champion (up to 65,7 kg), who is also preparing to defend his crown against Movsar Evloev . The moment was recorded and published on social media this Wednesday (26).

The fighter revealed a passion for the activity and said he was disappointed that he couldn't practice it in Brazil. Despite this, he seemed very happy with the time he spent at the Australian's property.

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“Maybe some people don’t know, but I love hunting. It’s a shame that it’s not allowed in Brazil. Here (Australia) it is, but there’s a lot of control. It would be great if we had that control in Brazil, but it’s very difficult. At each time of year, they allow hunting of a certain type of animal. And because of this control, I’ve seen many animals. We came here and in ten minutes we killed a giant deer, and now we’re going to prepare it,” he said.

Mauricio Ruffy got a taste of hunting at Alexander Volkanovski ’s farm and was disappointed he couldn't take the experience back home 😂

“It's a shame that it isn't allowed in Brazil.”

🎥 Mauricio Ruffy pic.twitter.com/BWijU08Mll

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) August 26, 2026

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One of Brazil's most promising fighters, Maurício is widely recognized as one of the most talented fighters in the entire roster. After triumphing at Casa Branca against Michael chandlerThe Brazilian was chosen to face Arman Tsarukyan on September 19th, as part of the card of UFC 331. Em caso de vitória, ele se tornaria o mais provável desafiante ao título, hoje em posse de Justin gaethje.

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