Arman Tsarukyan vs Tony Ferguson announced for RAF on June 13th

Lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan will face former interim champion Tony Ferguson at a Russian MMA promotion event on June 13th, 2026. The bout represents a significant step down in competition level for Tsarukyan, who has been competing at the top of the UFC lightweight division, while Ferguson has struggled in recent years. The announcement was made on Russian social media channels and duplicated across multiple platforms for wider accessibility. No further details about the event location, other bouts on the card, or whether this is a one-off appearance were provided.