Tsarukyan closes UFC 331 with brutal first-round KO of Ruffy
Arman Tsarukyan knocked out Mauricio Ruffy in the first round at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, delivering a highlight-reel finish in the lightweight co-main event and fueling title-shot chatter.
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Steveson stunned in 12 seconds as UFC 331 delivers shock KO, Jones in disbelief
Gable Steveson, Olympic wrestling gold medalist and rising MMA prospect, was knocked out in 12 seconds by Sean Sharaf at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, a stunning upset that marked the third-fastest heavyweight knockout in UFC history, leaving Jon Jones in disbelief in Steveson’s corner.
Pantoja Tops UFC 331 Paydays as Tsarukyan Shines on the Card
The California State Athletic Commission released the UFC 331 salaries from Los Angeles, led by Alexandre Pantoja at $650,000 and Joshua Van at $500,000 with no win bonuses. Arman Tsarukyan earns $350,000, Mauricio Ruffy gets $110,000 to show and $110,000 to win, and the card features a mix of flat fees and win/show structures for other fighters (e.g., Patricio Pitbull $400,000 total, Marlon Vera $400,000, Edmen Shahbazyan $250,000).
Jones stunned cageside as Steveson’s UFC 331 dream ends in 12-second KO
Jon Jones watched from cageside as his protégé Gable Steveson was knocked out in 12 seconds by Sean Sharaf at UFC 331, leaving the former champ stunned and Steveson’s team reeling, with Jones sharing a crestfallen moment with coach Greg Jackson as the social-media reaction to Steveson’s exit from the cage swirled.
Tsarukyan Claims Fast KO at UFC 331, Moves Closer to Lightweight Title
Arman Tsarukyan returned at UFC 331 in Los Angeles and finished Mauricio Ruffy in the first round with a standing elbow KO after an initially competitive exchange, strengthening his case for a lightweight title shot following his win over Dan Hooker last year.
Steveson slammed after sprinting out of UFC 331 cage following 12-second KO
Gable Steveson, the Olympic wrestling standout, was KO’d by Sean Sharaf in 12 seconds at UFC 331 and quickly left the cage instead of staying for the postfight announce, drawing heavy criticism from pros and fans amid a week of public digs related to Steveson’s past.
Gable Steveson stunned by 12-second KO at UFC 331
Olympic wrestling gold medalist Gable Steveson suffered a shocking 12-second KO at UFC 331, knocked out by underdog Sean Sharaf; Steveson briefly hit the canvas but recovered consciousness and left the Octagon as a stunned corner watched, with Jones reacting in disbelief.
LA Showdown: Van Defends Flyweight Crown Against Pantoja at UFC 331
UFC 331 in Los Angeles features a flyweight title rematch between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja; staff predictions heavily favor Van to retain, while readers are more divided, with the main card also including Tsarukyan vs. Ruffy and Choi vs. Freire, along with full event analysis and picks from MMA Junkie.
Pantoja Aims to Reclaim Flyweight Crown in UFC 331 Rematch
Pantoja aims to reclaim the flyweight belt at UFC 331 in a rematch with Joshua Van, promising to make Van suffer after last December’s quick stoppage, while emphasizing his maturity and readiness to fight wherever the action goes.
Weight check seals Van vs. Pantoja rematch at UFC 331
At UFC 331 weigh-ins in Los Angeles, Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja hit the 125-pound flyweight limit for their title rematch, with co-main Arman Tsarukyan vs. Mauricio Ruffy also weighing in; all 24 fighters cleared for the event at Crypto.com Arena.
Chandler Predicts Shocking Upset as Ruffy Faces Tsarukyan at UFC 331
Michael Chandler predicts Mauricio Ruffy will upset Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, arguing Tsarukyan’s 10-month layoff could give Ruffy the edge while Ruffy brings momentum from recent wins and a stint with Volkanovski’s gym. Tsarukyan is the betting favorite, but Chandler believes Ruffy’s power and Tsarukyan’s ring rust could decide the bout.
Tsarukyan Stakes His Title Hopes in a Do-or-Die UFC 331 Clash
Arman Tsarukyan, still the No. 1 lightweight, says UFC 331 against Mauricio Ruffy is a win-or-go-home moment for a future title shot after a back injury derailed his initial bid with Islam Makhachev; he plans a smart, grappling-focused approach to secure the belt opportunity and avoid losing his path to a title.
Tsarukyan Emerges from Dana White’s Doghouse Ahead of UFC 331 Return
Arman Tsarukyan has been officially out of Dana White’s doghouse and is set to return as the UFC 331 co‑main event opponent of Mauricio Ruffy in Los Angeles. White confirmed at the pre‑fight press conference that Tsarukyan’s status has improved after a long stretch marked by injuries, weight‑cut drama and tense relations with UFC, with a win potentially moving him back into title contention by 2027 (though a Topuria/Pimblett double‑header on the same night isn’t planned).
Dana White Breaks Up Heated UFC 331 Press Conference Between Van and Pantoja
At UFC 331’s pre-fight press conference, reigning flyweight champion Joshua Van and former titleholder Alexandre Pantoja traded trash talk; Pantoja even rose from his chair and moved toward Van before UFC CEO Dana White stepped in to prevent an altercation. Van then taunted Pantoja with his belt as they eyed their Sept. 19 rematch in Los Angeles, with fiery staredowns highlighting the build to the fight.
Van-Pantoja Rematch Headlines UFC 331 Flyweight Title Fight; Tsarukyan Returns in Co-Main
UFC 331 in Los Angeles on Sept. 19 will crown a flyweight champion in a rematch as Joshua Van defends his title against Alexandre Pantoja, who returns from injury; the card also features Arman Tsarukyan’s five-round clash with Mauricio Ruffy as both lightweights chase a title shot, plus a stacked lineup including Patricio Pitbull vs. Dooho Choi, Renato Moicano vs. Brian Ortega, and more, with the full bout order to be announced.