UFC lightweight No. 1 contender Arman Tsarukyan has been added to the fight card for the inaugural Real American Freestyle (RAF) Abu Dhabi tournament.

Organisers confirmed that Tsarukyan will face Brazilian jiu-jitsu competitor Neiman Gracie in a catchweight crossover clash contested under freestyle wrestling rules.

Tsarukyan brings an 11-2 record in the UFC and a 7-1 record in RAF to the bout, while Gracie is a three-time World BJJ bronze medallist.

The matchup is one of five new fighter additions announced for the inaugural RAF Abu Dhabi event, set for November 14 at Etihad Arena. The card will be headlined by the UAE's own Khamzat Chimaev, who faces Colby Covington for the Cruiserweight Crossover Championship.