UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan, a fighter known for his technical prowess inside the octagon, recently provided a moment of unexpected, slightly slapstick action during a training session. A video clip circulating online captured an incident that serves as a potent reminder: pay attention to your surroundings, especially if those surroundings include an open cage door.
The scene: Tsarukyan was engaged in pad work with one of his coaches, practicing various strikes. The specific technique in question was a spinning back kick. This maneuver generates significant power and requires precise timing and body rotation. As Tsarukyan unleashed the kick, his coach was positioned near the cage door. Unfortunately for the coach – and perhaps for the person responsible for securing the training area – the door was apparently not latched.
The outcome was immediate and dramatic. The force of the kick, combined with the coach`s proximity to the unsecured exit, resulted in him being propelled backward and clean out of the cage, landing on the floor outside. It was an unscheduled, high-velocity departure from the training environment.
Tsarukyan`s reaction in the moment was entirely human. Training ceased instantly. He visibly reacted with surprise, raising his hands, and immediately rushed out of the cage himself to check on his coach. It was a clear display of concern following the unexpected mishap.
Reflecting on the incident later, Tsarukyan added a touch of relatable exasperation via social media, offering a simple, pointed request that perhaps shouldn`t need saying in a professional gym: “Can somebody please keep the cage closed?” Indeed. One might assume `keeping the flying-out-of-the-cage door closed` would be standard operating procedure.
While this moment of unintentional airborne coaching provided some viral levity, it occurs during a period when Tsarukyan is awaiting news on his next professional fight. His career trajectory has seen recent planned opportunities delayed or shifted due to circumstances outside his direct control. This training incident, while unrelated to his competitive future, certainly added an unplanned footnote to his recent activities.
Ultimately, the video is a peculiar illustration of the raw power involved in MMA striking, the unexpected variables training can throw up, and a compelling case for ensuring all exits are properly secured before high-impact activity commences.
