UFC Fighter Arman Tsarukyan Wrestles Crocodile During Influencer Outing

Tsarukyan joined Nina Drama and N3on for a wildlife trip that quickly went viral on social media.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:37pm

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Fresh off his UFC 302 win over Islam Makhachev, Arman Tsarukyan traveled to Florida and visited the Everglades Holiday Park with influencers Nina Drama and N3on. During the outing, which was streamed live, Tsarukyan joked about applying a rear naked choke on a crocodile named Godzilla before playfully pretending to ride the reptile.

Why it matters

Tsarukyan's lighthearted interaction with the crocodile during his visit with the influencers has generated significant social media buzz, further raising his profile and showcasing his growing friendship with Nina Drama. The incident also highlights the UFC fighter's comfort and confidence around dangerous animals.

The details

After fighting in Tampa just days earlier, Tsarukyan flew to Fort Lauderdale to visit the Everglades Holiday Park with Nina Drama and N3on. While in the crocodile enclosure, Tsarukyan sat on the back of a crocodile named Godzilla and joked about applying a rear naked choke, though he wisely avoided putting his arm near the animal's mouth. N3on then asked if he could ride the crocodile, and Tsarukyan pretended to ride it like a bucking bronco as the park staff calmly handled the reptile.

  • Tsarukyan fought at UFC 302 in Tampa just days before the crocodile encounter.
  • The entire outing was streamed live on Nina Drama's Kick channel.

The players

Arman Tsarukyan

A UFC fighter who recently defeated Islam Makhachev at UFC 302.

Nina Drama

An influencer who hosted the live stream of the crocodile encounter on her Kick channel.

N3on

An influencer who accompanied Tsarukyan and Nina Drama on the wildlife outing.

Godzilla

The name of the crocodile that Tsarukyan interacted with during the visit to the Everglades Holiday Park.

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What they’re saying

“I'll see you soon”

— Arman Tsarukyan

What’s next

Tsarukyan's growing friendship with Nina Drama and his lighthearted interactions with dangerous animals like the crocodile are likely to continue generating social media buzz and attention.

The takeaway

Tsarukyan's ability to balance his successful UFC career with engaging in viral social media moments showcases his versatility and appeal to a wider audience beyond just hardcore MMA fans.