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Morning Report | Henry Cejudo likes Mauricio Ruffy’s title fight chances after UFC 331: ‘Who wouldn’t want to see Mauricio Ruffy vs. Justin Gaethje?’

Arman Tsarukyan should secure a title shot with a win at UFC 331, but is the same true for his opponent Mauricio Ruffy? Saturday’s co-main event is being billed as a No. 1 contender bout, though Tsarukyan has held that…

By Alexander K. Lee · MMA Fighting

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 12:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Henry Cejudo believes Mauricio Ruffy could earn a title shot against Justin Gaethje with a win at UFC 331.
Ruffy is set to face Arman Tsarukyan in the co-main event of UFC 331.
Tsarukyan previously lost a title opportunity at UFC 311 after pulling out with a back injury.

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Former UFC champion Henry Cejudo believes Mauricio Ruffy could earn a lightweight title shot against champion Justin Gaethje with a win at UFC 331. Ruffy is scheduled to face Arman Tsarukyan in a co-main event billed as a No. 1 contender bout. While Tsarukyan is also in contention, Cejudo suggests the UFC might favor Ruffy for a title opportunity.

Tsarukyan previously missed a title shot at UFC 311 due to a back injury, which led to Renato Moicano stepping in. Meanwhile, Ruffy has built significant momentum with high-profile knockout victories over King Green and Michael Chandler. Current champion Justin Gaethje is not expected to defend his lightweight title until 2027.

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