Arman Tsarukyan vs Ryan Garcia Beef: What Went Wrong Between the Two Combat Sports Superstars

UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan and Ryan Garcia have remained at each others throats over an unpaid bet.

Arman Tsarukyan vs Ryan Garcia Beef: What Went Wrong Between the Two Combat Sports Superstars

Arman Tsarukyan exposes Ryan Garcia (via Instagram)

In Short
  • Arman Tsarukyan accused Ryan Garcia of failing to pay a $40,000 bet from a livestream challenge.
  • Ryan Garcia disputed the claim and challenged Tsarukyan to a boxing match with a $100,000 wager.
  • The conflict has escalated into a public feud, with both fighters exchanging challenges and accusations.

Arman Tsarukyan has become a prominent figure on combat sports social media, extending his profile beyond his UFC career. Over recent months, he has appeared in headlines through livestream involvement and collaborations with streamers and influencers. This rise in visibility has expanded his reach, but it has also led to added scrutiny, including a controversy with boxing superstar Ryan Garcia.

During Garcia’s Kick stream with Tsarukyan, the pair met up and traveled together for a content-driven collaboration. The broadcast featured light sparring and training drills, with Garcia focusing on boxing work and Tsarukyan showcasing MMA movement and grappling. They also linked up with fitness influencer Ashton Hall and YouTuber Adam W, before dining together at a luxury restaurant.

During the livestream, a $40,000 wager was tied to a body-shot challenge involving Garcia and Tsarukyan’s team, where the boxer had to land body shots on Tsarukyan’s associate.

Garcia completed the attempt, but the result was disputed because the condition had not been met. After the stream, the Armenian star accused Garcia of failing to complete the payment, claiming the money shown was not finalized.

Me and Khamzat will talk to Ryan Garcia. He’s not paying his $40,000 bet. They asked me to give back the $40K to count it, then it disappeared. Ryan told me he will do a bank transfer and he gives me his word. It’s been 5 days and he hasn’t even asked for my bank details yet.

Arman Tsarukyan via Adam Zubayraev

Tsarukyan escalated the situation by hinting that he could bring UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev with him to confront Ryan Garcia. This was not the first time he had referenced Chimaev’s involvement in tense situations. After his RAF 06 brawl against Georgio Poullas, Tsarukyan had indicated that ‘Borz’ was ready to be present for their rematch at RAF 07 if tensions escalated again.

Arman Tsarukyan’s recent warning has revealed a different side to the Armenian UFC star, contrasting with the fun and entertaining personality he has projected through his recent appearances. The situation with Ryan Garcia over the unpaid $40,000 has shifted that perception toward a more serious stance. At the same time, Garcia’s track record suggests he is unlikely to stay silent about the accusations.

Ryan Garcia challenges Arman Tsarukyan to a boxing match after recent allegations

Ryan Garcia remains one of the most polarizing and active figures in the boxing community, drawing attention both inside and outside the ring. The 27-year-old is known for his eccentric and often humorous online presence, which has shaped his public image in recent years. More recently, Garcia has transitioned into streaming, collaborating with fellow boxer David Benavidez and popular streamer N3on.

Ryan Garcia
Ryan Garcia (via The Ring Magazine)

Garcia responded to Arman Tsarukyan’s accusations with a series of online posts where he disputed the $40,000 claim and pushed back on how the bet was being portrayed. He argued that the situation was misleading and claimed that he was not told the person he was hitting had prior fighting experience.

‘King Ry’ then offered Tsarukyan to settle the dispute in the squared circle with a sly jab towards the Armenian’s wrestling background.

Ryan Garcia vs Arman, 100k if he survives 8 rounds. We give him the money on stream. Time is ticking. First of all I don’t care about you MMA nut smackers talking about real “fight” there’s a reason MMA fighters can’t box because it’s hard to just use your hands. Grabbing, rolling on the floor for hours is something I’m not trying to learn but go off.

Ryan Garcia via X

Ryan Garcia returned to the win column with a victory over Mario Barrios in February 2026, marking a key rebound. The result followed a loss to Rolando Romero in May 2025 and his 2024 win over Devin Haney being overturned to a no contest. As he rebuilds momentum as the WBC welterweight champion, his dispute with Arman Tsarukyan has added another layer of attention.

Arman Tsarukyan counters Ryan Garcia’s boxing match offer

Arman Tsarukyan is regarded as one of the more financially successful UFC fighters. With an estimated net worth of around $2 million, he often showcases a luxury lifestyle with high-end cars and private jets. Despite that image, he has shown a strict approach to honoring bets and promises, recently revealing he refused to leave Adin Ross’s house until a $50,000 wager between them was fully paid.

Arman Tsarukyan
Arman Tsarukyan (via talkSPORT)

The Armenian star is known for embracing challenges, often taking on heavier opponents during livestreams as part of high-stakes bets. He has carried that into competition as well, having set up a wager with Georgio Poullas before their fights, which Poullas honored. Moreover, Tsarukyan later donated the amount to charity. This continued in his response to Ryan Garcia, as he countered with a MMA challenge.

$100k for 8 rounds lol. Survive 1 round of MMA sparring with me and I’ll give you $1,000,000. @RyanGarcia

Arman Tsarukyan via X

The exchange between Arman Tsarukyan and Ryan Garcia has grown from a livestream wager into a broader cross-sport dispute. What began as a disagreement over $40,000 has evolved into public challenges and continued back-and-forth between both sides. With neither fighter backing down and no resolution in place, the situation remains active and continues to draw significant attention.

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