Following a series of last-minute roster shuffles, Hype Brazil's marquee matchup ultimately crystallized into an unconventional submission-grappling showdown pitting two polarizing UFC alumni — separated by three weight classes — against one another, as Arman Tsarukyan squares off with Muhammad Mokaev.
Tsarukyan, who holds legitimate lightweight title contender status within the UFC's rankings hierarchy, has been channeling his competitive energy into ancillary grappling and wrestling circuits while navigating the protracted wait for a championship opportunity. Meanwhile, Mokaev — a former divisional title hopeful who found himself persona non grata with UFC president Dana White — has methodically preserved his unblemished 16-0 professional record by strategically competing across multiple organizations and combat disciplines since his UFC departure in 2024.
Rounding out the Hype Brazil main card are two additional high-profile grappling contests featuring notable UFC veterans: Jean Silva takes on Bryce Mitchell, while Edson Barboza collides with Shara Magomedov. The preliminary card shifts the competitive landscape considerably, leaning heavily into the raw, unfiltered format of bareknuckle boxing.
The event unfolds at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and is streaming live tonight (Wednesday, March 11, 2026) via PPV.com and Triller TV.
Stay locked in below for real-time results, play-by-play coverage, and notable highlights from this eclectic mixed combat sports showcase.
Hype Brazil: Tsarukyan vs. Mokaev — Complete Results, Fight Card Breakdown & Highlights
Main card
- Arman Tsarukyan vs. Muhammad Mokaev (grappling)
- Jean Silva vs. Bryce Mitchell (grappling)
- Edson Barboza vs. Shara Magomedov (grappling)
Prelims
- Lev Sarkisyan vs. Joilton Lutterbach (grappling)
- Victor Felisberto vs. Bruno Nascimento (bareknuckle)
- Brendo Lucas vs. Rafael Brum (bareknuckle) — Rafael Brum def. Brendo Lucas by split decision
- Mauricio Boni vs. Leonardo Guimaraes (bareknuckle) — called off by ring announcer Valter Walker
- Luan Duarte vs. Bruno Almeida (bareknuckle) — Luan Duarte def. Bruno Almeida by unanimous decision
- Wallace De Lima vs. Carlos Silva (bareknuckle) — Wallace De Lima def. Carlos Silva via unanimous decision
- Matheus Rangel vs. Paulo Ceara (bareknuckle) — Matheus Rangel def. Paulo Ceara by KO, R1
- Guilherme Franca vs. Daniel Mega (bareknuckle) — Guilherme Franca def. Daniel Mega by unanimous decision
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