At long last, Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani makes his UFC debut. The fast-rising welterweight prospect sits down with Jason Takhtadjian to discuss fight week emotions as he prepares for his UFC debut in Houston against Philip Rowe. He also discusses the pressure of finally arriving on MMA’s biggest stage, and why he believes this moment was destined. Lebosnoyani reflects on his journey, the sacrifices made, and the mindset he’s bringing into the Octagon. “It’s what I was born to do.” Full interview with one of the UFC’s most intriguing rising prospects.

Arman Tsarukyan’s longtime boxing coach Roma Kalantaryan joins Armenian Sports News to break down potential blockbuster matchups against Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway.

Kalantaryan explains how Arman’s striking would match up against both champions, what makes Tsarukyan different from the rest of the lightweight division, and why his discipline sets him apart.

Roma also opens up about:

• His own boxing journey

• His close relationship with former world champion Vanes Martirosyan

• Arman’s work ethic behind the scenes

• Why Tsarukyan is built for UFC gold

Full exclusive interview with one of the key architects behind “The Armenian Batman.”

Ken Topalian and Joe Almasian made history in 1994, becoming the first athletes to represent Armenia at any Olympic Games. Born in the United States, their road to Lillehammer was anything but conventional.

With no prior experience in bobsleigh, Topalian and Almasian took up the sport, rapidly developed their skills, and competed internationally to earn qualification for the Winter Olympics.

Now, Topalian and Almasian relive their improbable journey in a candid conversation with Armenian Sports News' Andre Khatchaturian and reflect on what it meant to represent Armenia on the world’s biggest stage, not just for themselves, but for their families as well.

California's top-ranked high school wrestler Slava Shahbazyan goes one-on-one with Armenian Sports News' Andre Khatchaturian and reveals his plans to target the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. He also talks about his upbringing, his Armenian heritage and his commitment to Stanford, where he will team up with Grigor Cholakyan.

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Three-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots Matt Light speaks with Andre Khatchaturian about how appalled he was after Bill Belichick was snubbed from the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He also talked about his relationship with Berj Najarian and how his playing day pranks got him in trouble with the Armenian. Light also spoke about Mike Vrabel and this year's talented Patriots team that will play against the Seattle Seahawks at Super Bowl 60 in Santa Clara.

In this week's episode of the Armenian Sports News Podcast, Andre Khatchaturian goes one-on-one with UFC veteran Katlyn Cerminara Chookagian, who talks about her fertility journey and her upcoming UFC comeback. She also breaks down UFC 324's main event between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett and talks about her Armenian heritage.

In this week's episode of the ASN Podcast, Andre Khatchaturian speaks with nutritionist Dr. Matteo Capodaglio, who works with UFC stars Arman Tsarukyan, Khamzat Chimaev, Edmen Shahbazyan and more.

Dr. Capodaglio dives deep into Tsarukyan's training camps, detailing his incredible discipline and professionalism when it comes to diet and training. He also comments on Arman's viral food videos, Edmen Shahbazyan's growth over the last decade and gives the truth on Tsarukyan's UFC 311 controversy.

Dr. Capodaglio shares firsthand experience working inside UFC fight weeks, offering rare insight into how elite fighters manage diet, recovery, and pressure at the highest level of MMA.

Armenian cross-country skier Mikayel Mikayelyan was recently fined during an international competition after covering the word “Azerbaijan” on his race uniform.

The incident has reignited concerns about sportswashing, particularly as Azerbaijan continues to expand its presence across global sporting federations — including winter sports where the country has little historical involvement.

In this episode of the ASN Podcast, Andre Khatchaturian and Jason Takhtadjian break down:

Why the skier chose to cover the name

How Azerbaijan became involved in international skiing

Whether this incident reflects a broader sportswashing strategy

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