UFC Star Tsarukyan Shocks 200+ Lbs Viral Sensation in $20K Showdown – You Won't Believe What Happened Next!

Challenging a professionally trained fighter often feels like an insurmountable task for most individuals. However, 26-year-old social media star Kyle Antony Mee, known as “The MMA Guru,” appears undeterred by the thought of stepping into the ring with UFC No. 1 lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan. Recently, Mee entertained this audacious idea during a live stream on Adin Ross’ Kick platform, ultimately raising the stakes to a staggering $20,000.

The friendly banter between Mee, Tsarukyan, and Ross quickly escalated into a spontaneous match. Initially, it was one of Ross’ friends who first accepted the challenge against Tsarukyan. In a display of his grappling prowess, Tsarukyan effortlessly tossed Ross’ friend onto the canvas, showcasing why he holds a top contender spot in the UFC. This led to The MMA Guru stepping in to take his shot, with the stakes firmly set at $20,000.

Despite giving it his all, Mee managed to last only 39 seconds before Tsarukyan took him down with ease. After bouncing back up, The MMA Guru charged at Tsarukyan again, only to find himself back on the mat moments later. Ultimately, Mee accepted his defeat but also celebrated a small personal victory, stating, “I got a single leg. That’s what I wanted,” during the live stream. Meanwhile, Ross looked visibly disheartened after losing a significant amount of money.

This incident unfolded as Tsarukyan was preparing for his debut with Real American Freestyle in Florida, where he is set to face former PFL champion Lance Palmer. In 2025 alone, Tsarukyan has already secured five grappling victories, and following the matchup with Palmer, he is reportedly in discussions to face Dustin Poirier in February.

Tsarukyan, be warned—MMA isn’t wrestling

While Tsarukyan’s grappling skills shined during the impromptu match with The MMA Guru, his upcoming opponent has a stern warning for him. Palmer acknowledges Tsarukyan’s skills inside the Octagon but insists that success in MMA doesn’t directly translate to freestyle wrestling. “To be able to get this as a wrestling match because wrestling is definitely different and you don’t have the cage, everything is different,” Palmer remarked. Having spent 15 years in the MMA circuit, Palmer candidly admits that his own transition back into wrestling was nothing short of challenging, feeling “like a fish out of water.” However, he has honed his skills significantly through months of returning to his wrestling roots.

“He has the size advantage on me, but I feel I have the technical advantage,” Palmer stated, setting the stage for an intriguing matchup ahead.

Though Tsarukyan may have showcased his superiority in wrestling against The MMA Guru, his future in MMA is anything but certain. The question on everyone’s lips remains: did The MMA Guru ever stand a chance?

In a world where the lines between social media fame and professional sports continue to blur, this incident serves as a reminder of the rigorous training and dedication required to compete at the highest levels of fighting. As Arman Tsarukyan prepares to face Lance Palmer, the MMA community will be closely watching to see how his skills translate outside the Octagon.