Popular streamer Adin Ross found himself in an unexpected grappling match when UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan visited his house, resulting in multiple wagers totaling $20,000 on whether content creators could take down the elite fighter.
The impromptu challenge began when Ross and his crew were touring a mock jail set on his property with Tsarukyan, who is preparing for an upcoming match. The conversation quickly turned to hypothetical prison scenarios before evolving into a legitimate test of strength.
Ross initially suggested that his friend Sweater, who weighs approximately 280 pounds, could potentially take down the significantly smaller Tsarukyan using his weight advantage.
The Armenian star, never one to back down from a challenge, immediately offered $100,000 if Sweater could accomplish the feat, with the stipulation that Sweater would owe him the same amount if he failed.
After some negotiation, they settled on $15,000 for a one-minute takedown attempt.
“This guy cannot even walk, bro,” Tsarukyan confidently declared before the challenge began, clearly amused by the proposition. “It’s my easiest 15K in my life.”
Despite Sweater’s considerable size advantage, Tsarukyan’s superior wrestling skills and defensive positioning prevented any successful takedowns. The UFC contender maintained excellent balance and footwork throughout the minute, easily defending against Sweater’s attempts.
“This is my easiest 15K in my life,” Tsarukyan declared before the match began, displaying the confidence that has helped him climb to the top of the lightweight division.
Adin Ross bet $15,000 his friend ‘Sweater’ could TAKEDOWN UFC fighter Arman Tsarukyan 😳pic.twitter.com/3sSspYZz1B
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Not content with one attempt, Ross then wagered another $15,000 on a different member of his crew, MMA Guru. The second challenge proved equally futile, with Tsarukyan again demonstrating the vast gap between professional mixed martial arts training and amateur attempts.
While Guru managed to secure a single leg attempt briefly, he was unable to complete the takedown within the allotted time.
The MMA Guru tries to take down Arman Tsarukyan for $20K 😭
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The evening wasn’t all about grappling, as Ross also challenged Tsarukyan to ping pong, resulting in another $5,000 wager. The star proved equally capable with a paddle, securing an additional $5,000 from the streamer.
Tsarukyan invited Ross to visit Russia, Armenia, and Dubai, offering to host him and create content together. The two discussed potential collaborations and streaming opportunities surrounding Tsarukyan’s upcoming fights.
“If someone comes to Russia, if I know, we got to take care of him,” Tsarukyan explained, demonstrating the hospitality he would extend to Ross during a potential visit.
The challenges served as a reminder of the specialized skills required at the highest levels of mixed martial arts. Despite significant weight advantages and enthusiastic efforts, neither content creator came close to taking down a fighter ranked among the best in the world at 155 pounds.
