Arman Tsarukyan appeared on a live broadcast with vlogger Adam Zubayraev, and talked about what he believes his participation is worth to the organization and what he expects in return.
Tsarukyan was direct when the subject of RAF’s rising valuation came up. “The company is worth 110 million dollars,” he said confidently.
When asked if that figure had already been reached, he confirmed it and described his own role. “Before me it was worth 15, I had 3 matches, now it’s 110. Can you imagine?” he added, suggesting his involvement played a major role in the promotion’s rapid growth.
When Adam pushed him on whether he planned to capitalize on that growth, Tsarukyan did not hold back about his expectations for the future. “Now we’ll do this match, and for the next contract, I need percentages from the company,” he said.
Adam followed up by asking whether he had already discussed the idea with RAF leadership. “Yeah,” Tsarukyan replied.
“Are they okay with it?” Adam pressed. “They’re okay with it, but I still don’t know the percentage,” Tsarukyan explained.
Adam then floated a possible figure. “Well, at least, I don’t know, five, right?” he suggested.
Tsarukyan kept his expectations measured but clear. “At least three. God willing,” he said.
Earlier in the conversation, when Adam raised the topic more generally, Tsarukyan had already signaled this was something he was actively thinking about.
“Listen, don’t you want to get some percentage, some cut from the organization? Because with you showing up, as I understand it, the organization is growing and becoming more valuable,” Adam asked.
Tsarukyan’s response was straightforward. “Of course, of course,” he said.
Tsarukyan also addressed whether competing in RAF creates any friction with the UFC. He noted that UFC CEOÂ Dana White has been broadly supportive of athletes staying active in other competitions.
“Dana White said he likes it, he likes what you’re doing,” Adam told him.
“I don’t see a title match yet. When I see one, then…” Tsarukyan replied, implying that his willingness to compete elsewhere is tied to the current state of his title opportunities.
He also confirmed that he seeks approval before committing to outside events. “I ask them for permission. If they hadn’t allowed it, I wouldn’t do it,” he said.
Tsarukyan framed his involvement in freestyle wrestling as a net positive for both himself and the UFC.
“We’re not forbidden from competing. Specifically in freestyle wrestling. I think even for UFC it’s good that we compete,” he explained.
He continued by emphasizing the visibility benefits that come with staying active. “I think it’s a plus because we stay active, we stay in the media space. For some athletes, of course, it’s a downside. For me, it’s normal, because I’m still building my profile, I’m not a champion yet,” he said.
As for the future, Tsarukyan is keeping his long-term ambitions clear. His focus remains on a UFC title, but RAF is part of the plan.
