WATCH: ‘Took his soul’ – Arman Tsarukyan SMOKES Beneil Dariush in 64 seconds to put Islam Makhachev on alert

Arman Tsarukyan knocks out Beneil Daruish in the first round, putting the lightweight divison on notice. His improved striking could help him challenge Islam Makhachev for the lightweight throne.

WATCH: ‘Took his soul’ – Arman Tsarukyan SMOKES Beneil Dariush in 64 seconds to put Islam Makhachev on alert

Arman Tsarukyan stops Beneil Dariush at UFC Austin and focuses on Islam Makhachev (via UFC News X/Instagram)

Arman Tsarukyan stunned fans at UFC Austin with a jaw-dropping performance. He swiftly defeated the UFC veteran Beneil Dariush in under 60 seconds. Tsarukyan’s lightning-fast win brought an unexpected and electrifying twist to the evening’s highly anticipated lightweight showdown. Tsarukyan had clearly come prepared to make a statement from the opening bell. The tension was apparent when the two competent lightweights squared up in the main event at Austin’s Moody Centre.

Tsarukyan, noted for his well-rounded skill set, wasted little time in showing his striking prowess. In the initial exchanges, Dariush got some good leg kicks in. Even though they both have wrestling backgrounds, they fought on their feet. The nail in the coffin for Beneil Dariush was when Arman Tsarukyan pushed forward and wrapped him in a Tha clinch. He threw a knee at Dariush, which missed, and a right hand that landed flush on the jaw, knocking Dariush out. The fight was called off at 1:04 seconds of the very first round.

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Tsarukyan’s victory not only highlighted his extraordinary abilities but also established him as a force to be reckoned with in the ultra-competitive lightweight class. The victory was his fifth in his past six fights, highlighting his developing skill as a rising star in the UFC. This has put him in the conversation to become the next challenger for the reigning champion, Islam Makhachev.

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Arman Tsarukyan’s lightning-fast victory over Beneil Dariush will remain a turning point in his career. The MMA community, known for its passionate followers, celebrated the sport’s unpredictable aspect, where outcomes may alter in the blink of an eye.

MMA enthusiasts react to Arman Tsarukyan’s terrific victory over Beneil Daruish

Arman Tsarukyan’s lightning-fast victory over Beneil Dariush in under 60 seconds stunned the MMA community. Tsarukyan’s quick and decisive victory sent shockwaves across the fighting world. Fans went to social media to express their immediate reactions. This has turned the unexpected spectacle into a viral hit and fueled fierce debates among the MMA community.

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Arman Tsarukyan defeated Beneil Dariush at UFC Austin (via MMA Fighting)

Some fans marveled at the rising lightweight contender’s technique, athleticism, and killer instinct. Others felt like he should face a top-level fighter next. Some even called for Arman Tsarukyan to get a title shot. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:

The aftermath of UFC Austin showed the unique and rapid nature of fan reactions in the online era. Fans’ virtual relationship showed the collective passion that defines MMA fandom, from shock to cheering Tsarukyan’s rise. He could face Makhachev in the future and fans would love to witness the fight between two high-level athletes.

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