Tsarukyan mentioned by Russian influencer as only figure he follows

Arman Tsarukyan's popularity has reached beyond the MMA bubble, according to commentary from Russian MMA media. In a recent Yuri Dud interview, Russian influencer Sergey Kosenko stated he doesn't follow Russian bloggers or news except for Tsarukyan. The observation suggests Tsarukyan has crossed over into mainstream celebrity status in Russia. This represents a rare achievement for an MMA fighter to be recognized outside the sport's typical audience. The commentary highlights Tsarukyan's growing cultural impact.