UFC Fighter Tsarukyan Involved in Brawl at RAF06 Event

Tsarukyan and Poullas exchange blows after wrestling match, sparking multi-person altercation

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan was involved in a brawl with Georgio Poullas at the end of their wrestling match at the RAF06 event in Tempe, Arizona. The altercation began with some physical exchanges during the match, then escalated with Tsarukyan attacking Poullas after a takedown attempt, prompting dozens of people to rush the mat. Additional strikes were thrown between team members as the brawl continued, and it took several minutes for the situation to be brought under control.

Why it matters

Tsarukyan has faced previous issues with impulse control and questionable conduct, including throwing punches at a fan, pulling out of a UFC title shot, and headbutting an opponent. This latest incident could have further implications on his UFC career, as the promotion's CEO Dana White has already expressed concerns about Tsarukyan's actions slowing his path to another title shot.

The details

The match between Tsarukyan and Poullas started with some playful slaps, but the physicality increased as the contest wore on. In the final seconds, Tsarukyan followed a takedown attempt with punches and a knee on Poullas, sparking the brawl. Dozens of people rushed the mat, and additional strikes were thrown between team members before the situation was brought under control.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, March 1, 2026 during the RAF06 event in Tempe, Arizona.

The players

Arman Tsarukyan

A UFC lightweight contender who has faced previous issues with impulse control and questionable conduct.

Georgio Poullas

Tsarukyan's opponent in the wrestling match at the RAF06 event, who was wearing a neck brace and being treated in an ambulance after the brawl.

Dana White

The CEO of the UFC, who has expressed concerns about Tsarukyan's actions slowing his path to another title shot.

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What they’re saying

“Little b*tch”

— Georgio Poullas (Instagram)

“Tsarukyan knows what he did to slow-play his chances at another 155-pound title shot, and the incident at RAF06 further emphasizes his position.”

— Dana White, UFC CEO (MMA Junkie)

What’s next

The UFC is likely to review the incident and determine if any disciplinary action will be taken against Tsarukyan.

The takeaway

This latest brawl involving Arman Tsarukyan raises further questions about his ability to control his impulses, which could jeopardize his standing with the UFC and his path to another title shot. The promotion has already expressed concerns about his past conduct, and this incident may lead to additional scrutiny and potential consequences.