Mauricio Ruffy

3 stories covering Mauricio Ruffy — news, results and analysis.

UFC

Ruffy vs. Tsarukyan at UFC 331: A Knockout Artist's Title Gamble

Mauricio Ruffy owns 13 KOs in 14 wins. Now he's taking a short-notice grappling test against the #2 lightweight for what he calls a straight shot at the belt.

Aug 27, 2026

UFC

Dana White Steps Between Tsarukyan and Ruffy at UFC 331 Faceoff

The #2 lightweight has a faceoff history — including a headbutt on Dan Hooker last year — so White wasn't taking chances before their September 19 eliminator.

Aug 14, 2026

UFC

Ruffy Wants a Tsarukyan KO — and Says It's a Title Shot Away

The No. 7 lightweight isn't hiding his math: beat No. 2 Arman Tsarukyan by knockout, and he says he's next in line for gold.

Aug 6, 2026